In today’s digital age, short-duration videos such as TikTok, Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts have become part of the daily routine of both young people and adults.
According to experts, these fast-paced videos of a few seconds are affecting attention, memory and mental balance.
An analysis of more than 98,000 people in a global research review showed that excessive use of short videos leads to problems such as attention deficit, mental stress, anxiety and depression.
A study conducted on college students in China also revealed that anxiety and negative psychological symptoms were significantly higher in young people addicted to short videos.
International experts say that fast graphics and constantly changing scenes stimulate the brain’s reward system, which increases the desire for instant gratification and screen time, which is similar to addictive habits.
However, according to some research, short videos can help strengthen family ties and reduce loneliness in older people. According to health experts, the use of videos in itself is not a problem, but its unbalanced and unnecessary use creates negative effects.
Experts have advised users to limit screen time, choose positive content and maintain balance in real life.