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Scrolling during conflict: how does the relentless news cycle affect our mental health?

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Researchers say there are steps people can take to reduce overexposure to the sights and sounds of war on social media and news channels_SBS_AAP_Getty.png Source: Getty

Seeing the constant flood of news from the Middle East on social media can be overwhelming, can’t it? The ongoing conflict is taking a serious mental toll on people worldwide. With 24-hour news cycles and endless social media updates, we’re being bombarded with images of violence and human suffering. Experts warn this can lead to “atrocity fatigue” and vicarious trauma, leaving people emotionally drained and pushing them to turn away from the news. So what do mental health experts advise in these stressful times?


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