Here's how you can deal with the influx of stress-inducing news articles that are circulating online
Issues like insomnia, vision problems and eye strain have been linked to the overuse of technological devices. While the abundance of news articles regarding the global coronavirus pandemic and the political unrest at home and overseas can induce feelings of stress and anxiety.
Speaking to Erin MacNeil, the Director of Wellness at Asaya Hong Kong, a digital detox is “really about creating boundaries and awareness with the devices and platforms we use every day”. Individuals use only 5 per cent of our consciousness during a day, meaning that we unconsciously absorb 95 per cent of what we’re exposed to (good or bad). For those who are more sensitive to negative information, this can take a real toll on your physical and mental health.