You’re Addicted. You Just Don't Know It.
Is scrolling Instagram reels just as harmful as morning drinking? We explore why society ignores digital habits while labeling other behaviors as addiction.
This breakdown examines the double standard behind how we define problematic behavior today. If you have ever felt trapped by endless scrolling, this perspective on modern addiction definitions is for you.
This concept is laid out beautifully by Dr. Anna Lembke in her book Dopamine Nation. Don't pause this video to go buy it right now, though—that would absolutely wreck my watch time retention! Just check it out later.
If you're ready to stop numbing the pain and start understanding the why behind your habits, hit that Subscribe button, drop a comment with your screen time reality below, and let's change how we look at mental health.
This video is for general educational purposes and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you are in crisis or having thoughts of harming yourself, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) or go to your nearest emergency room.
About Michael
I'm Michael, a mental health creator, recovered alcoholic, future therapist, and the host of Sober Psychology. After realizing how much of the traditional mental health conversation misses the mark, I decided to build a space dedicated to raw, unfiltered self-examination and personal healing. My approach combines psychological principles with brutal honesty and hard truths, cutting through the noise to help people navigate their own growth. No toxic positivity, no hidden shame—just real conversations about what it actually takes to heal.