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035: Scroll, Click, Repeat: Escaping the Internet Addiction Trap
035: Scroll, Click, Repeat: Escaping the Internet Addiction Trap
035: Scroll, Click, Repeat: Escaping the Internet Addiction Trap
Monday 14th April 2025
Andrea McTague and Alberto Medeiros discuss internet addiction, its impact on our lives, and practical tips to reclaim control over screen time.
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Episode Overview
- Understand the dopamine-driven cycle that keeps us hooked on screens.
- Learn practical tips to set boundaries with technology.
- Explore the impact of screen time on sleep, relationships, and productivity.
- Hear personal experiences with internet addiction from the hosts.
- Discover how to reclaim focus and purpose in a tech-saturated world.
Unlike eating that slice of mango or whatever, it overloads your reward system because it triggers a massive release of dopamine in the brain.
Ever found yourself endlessly scrolling through your phone, only to realise hours have flown by? In this episode of The Shift Show, hosts Andrea McTague and Alberto Medeiros dive into the gripping issue of internet addiction. They chat about how modern technology hijacks our brains, affecting sleep, relationships, and productivity without us even noticing. Drawing from neuroscience and real-life therapy, they break down the mechanics behind our digital habits and offer practical tips to reclaim control over our screen time.
Andrea and Alberto share their own experiences with internet addiction, making the conversation relatable and engaging. You'll learn about the dopamine-driven cycle that keeps us hooked and how to set boundaries to foster healthier tech habits. Whether you're struggling with compulsive scrolling or just curious about the impact of screen time on your mental health, this episode is packed with valuable insights. Tune in to discover how you can regain focus, connection, and purpose in a tech-saturated world.