In this episode you discover what research is telling us about the effects of doom scrolling negative news and giving constant attention to caustic social media. You'll also learn how to apply research proven ways to enjoy the positive benefits that can be yours by limited and mindful use of social media sites.

You'll also hear a well respected YouTube influencer named Bandrew Scott share his personal story of being ensnared in the swirl of negative news doom scrolling and chronic social media use, the effects that behavior had on his wellbeing and relationships, and how he ultimately recognized the debilitating effects he was experiencing. He'll share how he changed his behavior to a more healthy way of living in the real and online worlds.
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Time Stamps:

00:00 - Episode topic;
02:35 - Show and host info;
03:18 - Why is there so much anxiety? Doom scrolling and social media;
10:18 - Bandrew Scott's story;
15:36 - How to navigate news and social media in a healthy way;
23:20 - 3 host recommended simple actions;
25:45 - Special thanks to Bandrew Scott and where to find his show content;
26:27 - Follow / subscribe to "Easy Stress Cures" so you never miss an episode;
26:43 - Listen to past episodes and contact host at www.StressReliefRadio.com.

Resources shared in this episode:

Website for the "Bandrew Says" podcast: https://bandrewsays.com. Note: Bandrew's commentary included in this "Easy Stress Cures" episode comes from Bandrew's "Bandrew Says" podcast episode BSP - 356.

Website for Bandrew's "Geeks Rising" resource: https://www.geeksrising.com.

Bandrew's "Podcastage" YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Podcastage.

Articles | Posts:

"How to deal with news anxiety"; Headspace website: https://www.headspace.com/stress/news-anxiety.

"Is Watching the News Making Your Anxiety Worse? Tips for Staying Informed and Managing Anxiety', by Jacqueline Bullis, PhD. Link: https://adaa.org/learn-from-us/from-the-experts/blog-posts/consumer/watching-news-making-your-anxiety-worse-tips.

"The relationship between anxiety disorders and the extensive use of mobile phones"; "Medical Express Online". Link: https://medicalxpress.com/news/2023-08-relationship-anxiety-disorders-extensive-mobile.html.

"Following news about Russo-Ukrainian war may be associated with depressive symptoms, says international study"; "Medical Express Online": Link: https://medicalxpress.com/news/2023-08-news-russo-ukrainian-war-depressive-symptoms.html.

"How Using Social Media Affects Teenagers"; Child Mind Institute"; Link: https://childmind.org/article/how-using-social-media-affects-teenagers/.
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Host:

Stephen Carter. Website: https://StressReliefRadio.com. Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com.
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Technical information:

Recorded and initial edits with Twisted Wave. Additional audio processing with Audacity, Hush, Levelator, and Hindenburg Pro. Microphone: EV RE320.
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Key words:

stress, calm, anxiety, peace, emotional wellbeing, social media, happiness,
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