In this week’s Mental Health-ish Q&A, I answered your questions on how to stay an informed citizen while protecting your mental health during this flurry of bad news headlines.
Here’s what you asked me:
- I’m very stressed reading the headlines. Can you help me?
- I need to know about what’s happening in the world, but it feels like it’s too much. How can I find a balance?
- I’m having trouble focusing. Can you recommend a good strategy ?
-When I’m reading headlines, I feel helpless right now. How can I feel more in control?
What we covered:
- Why you can’t stop scrolling (even though you want to)
- PTSD study on how headlines influence your brain and risk of PTSD
- Tips on building healthier phone habits
- How to stay informed without sacrificing your mental health
- And more…
Thanks to everyone who tuned in live and for those who sent in questions! Join me every Friday at 12p for Mental Health-ish LIVE. Send me your questions below or respond to this email.
Until next week,
Dr. Aditi Nerurkar
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