Understanding Why People Engage in Self-Destructive Behaviors

Experts explain the psychological reasons behind why individuals continue to engage in behaviors they know are detrimental, such as endless scrolling or returning to an ex-partner, often prioritizing immediate relief over long-term well-being.

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EL PAISMostly Factual7d ago

From endless scrolling to going back to an ex: Why we keep doing things we know aren’t good for us

Not everything that feels automatic is actually a habit. Often, it is a choice. Experts explain why the brain prioritizes immediate relief over future well-being and the role emotions play in the process

By Estefanía Grijota

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Understanding Why People Engage in Self-Destructive Behaviors

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From endless scrolling to going back to an ex: Why we keep doing things we know aren’t good for us

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