Watching web series can be a kind of relaxation, providing an escape from daily worries and positively contributing to mental well-being.
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Social isolation and addiction
Binge-watching online series may result in prolonged periods of isolation, limiting social connections and addiction-like behaviors, all of which hurt mental health.
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Emotional triggers
Certain web series plots or themes might elicit significant emotions in viewers, producing anxiety, despair, or other emotional disorders.
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Comparison and self-esteem
Web series frequently depict idealized lives or bodies, causing viewers to compare themselves negatively and potentially harming self-esteem and body image.
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Sleep disruption
Excessive watching, particularly late at night, can alter sleep patterns, resulting in sleep deprivation or insomnia, which can hurt mental health.
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Impact on mood and mental health
Participating in web series with triggering or upsetting content, such as violence, trauma, or extreme drama, may influence one's mood and mental health.