A large new study involving nearly 100,000 people has found that frequent use of short-form videos on infinite-scroll platforms

 

 

 

A large new study involving nearly 100,000 people has found that frequent use of short-form videos on infinite-scroll platforms is linked to weaker thinking skills and poorer emotional health. 

 

Heavy users showed lower attention, reduced self-control, and weaker basic reasoning, along with higher levels of anxiety, stress, and depression. 

 

Researchers say constant exposure to fast, highly stimulating content may make it harder for the brain to handle slower tasks like reading or problem-solving. While the study shows a link and not direct cause, scientists warn that excessive short-form video use could contribute to long-term cognitive decline.