Morning Doomscrolling is Bad For Your Mental Health

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The average person spends 4.5 hours a day on their smartphone. And starting your day with a burst of information, comparison culture and breaking news? That can spike stress. On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Dr. Amy Milewski, Vice President of Clinical Partnerships and Associate Chief Medical Officer. Together, they discuss doomscrolling, your smartphone and whether you should be checking it in the morning.

In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore:

What happens when you check your phone?
What are better ways to start the day?
What’s happening in your brain when you wake up?
Tips to limit screen time

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