Imagine, you are scrolling on your mobile and suddenly a video appears in which the firing, bomb blasts and views of the injured appear. You get scared for a few seconds and then move forward. But have you ever thought that these few seconds can affect your mental health with a depth? In today’s digital age, pictures and videos of war come to us so easily that we do not know when we start carrying their mental burden.
Why does mental stress occur?
War-related videos or news repeatedly watching can increase problems such as anxiety and depression. When we see the scenes of the war. Then the Amigdala part of the brain becomes active. Which works to identify fear and danger. This increases the level of stress. Which can lead to mental instability later. Human nature is such that we are more attracted towards negative things. Views of war or violence scare us, but psychologically they also increase our curiosity. This is the reason that sometimes we are not able to keep ourselves away from such materials even after wanting. This habit gradually deteriorates our mental health.
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Young people are the most affected
Most young people use social media and that is why they also become the biggest consumer of this material. When they watch videos of war or violence amidst studies, career and stresses of personal life, their mind becomes more worried. Due to this, problems like lack of sleep, irritability and anxiety have been seen increasing in many youth.
How can you protect yourself from watching war related videos?
Try to spend limited time on social media or news platforms. Watch videos or articles that inspire you and provide mental peace. Meditation, yoga and mild exercise are very beneficial in keeping the mind calm. If you feel that it is affecting you too much, it is important to seek help from a doctor. The war is not only fought on the battlefield, but it also affects our mind and thoughts. It is important that we protect ourselves from the psychological effects of this digital war and prioritize our mental health. Because strong mind is the biggest strength.
