Internet · Cross-generational · Internet doomscrolling
Doomscrolling
Continuously consuming distressing news or negative content despite feeling worse.
IN PLAIN ENGLISH“Endless negative scrolling”
ALSO SEARCHED ASdoom scrolling
THE VIBEPlatform-native and evolving
USE IT INComments, feeds, online culture
USE IT LIKE THIS
“I lost an hour doomscrolling before bed.”
CONTEXT CHECK
Consider taking a break if it affects wellbeing.
WORD ORIGIN
Popularized through online communities, social platforms and digital culture.