What is
Doomscrolling?

It's 11 PM. You get into bed, telling yourself you'll just check Twitter or TikTok for five minutes. The next time you look at the clock, it's 2 AM, and you've just consumed 40 articles about an impending economic crisis and three videos of obscure drama. Congratulations, you are doomscrolling.

Why Do We Doomscroll?

Doomscrolling (or doomsurfing) is the act of spending an excessive amount of screen time devoted to the absorption of negative news. From a psychological standpoint, our brains are wired to seek out threats to prepare for them. In the digital age, this evolutionary quirk gets hijacked by infinite scrolling feeds.

The Anxiety Loop

When you feel anxious, you seek information to feel in control. However, reading terrible news only spikes your cortisol and adrenaline levels, making you more anxious. It's a vicious cycle that ruins your sleep and your mood for the next day.

Are You A Midnight Doomscroller?

Our anxiety test evaluates your screen-time habits under stress. If your primary coping mechanism for an awkward social encounter is to bury your face in your phone and scroll mindlessly, you might belong to the "Midnight Doomscroller" persona.