“Doomscrolling” and “bed-rotting” have become popular terms used to describe a lack of control and need for immediate and quick mental stimulation. This isn’t laziness or lack of willpower. It is an unconscious nervous system response to chronic overstimulation,...

Therapists enter the field to connect with and help people, but spend hours every night trapped behind screens typing progress notes, treatment plans, and insurance forms. We regularly educate our clients on the mental health consequences of excessive screen time, yet...