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Dopamine-scrolling: a modern public health challenge requiring urgent attention

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: This manuscript examines the emerging phenomenon of dopamine-scrolling and its implications for public health, particularly regarding mental wellbeing and digital behaviour patterns. While extensive research exists on Internet addiction, problematic social media use, and doom-scrolling, the authors of this paper identify dopamine-scrolling as a distinct behavioural pattern that warrants specific attention from public health professionals and policymakers.

Source: Perspectives in Public Health

DOI: 10.1177/17579139251331914

Authors: BT Sharpe, RA Spooner

Institution: University of Chichester

Language: English

Topic: Impact of Technology on Adolescents

Subfield: Sociology and Political Science

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $3,900