Numbed by Chaos: Why the News Cycle Has Politically Engaged People Checked Out
TL;DR
Amid the Trump 2.0 era, many formerly engaged people feel overwhelmed and numb to the news as fear and chaos mount; psychiatrists describe a survival-mode brain and learned helplessness, while protests still occur. The piece suggests coping steps: name your feelings, schedule focused news breaks, curate sources, and lean on community, journaling, or meditation to break the cycle.
Topics:nationpolitics#coping-strategies#doomscrolling#mental-health#news-consumption#politics#trump-20
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