Episode 6: The News is a Drama Queen- Don’t Let It Steal Your Peace.

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Are you feeling overwhelmed by the never-ending news cycle? In this episode, we’re diving into how constant exposure to headlines impacts mental health and resilience—and what we can do about it. We'll break down research on news consumption, anxiety, and emotional well-being, plus share practical tips for setting boundaries, processing information, and staying informed without spiraling. Balance is key—so let’s find ways to stay engaged in the world without letting it consume us. Plus, I’ll share two of my go-to news sources that help keep me informed without the burnout.

Research Citations:

Hwang, J., Borah, P., Shah, D., & Brauer, M. (2021). The Relationship among COVID-19 Information Seeking, News Media Use, and Emotional Distress at the Onset of the Pandemic. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 18(24), 13198. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph182413198

Price, M., Legrand, A. C., Brier, Z. M. F., van Stolk-Cooke, K., Peck, K., Dodds, P. S., Danforth, C. M., & Adams, Z. W. (2022). Doomscrolling during COVID-19: The negative association between daily social and traditional media consumption and mental health symptoms during the COVID-19 pandemic. Psychological Trauma: Theory, Research, Practice, and Policy, 14(8), 1338–1346. https://doi.org/10.1037/tra0001202