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Why the News Promotes Ignorance and Mental Illness

Academy of Ideas

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The Mental Toll of News Consumption

This chapter explores how excessive news consumption negatively impacts mental health and societal discourse, emphasizing the oversimplification of complex issues. It advocates for a radical abstinence from news in favor of long-form content to promote deeper understanding and reduce anxiety.

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