Digital Wellness

How our devices affect our nervous systems — and what to do about it.

7 Articles
Jamie Torres · 10 min read

How Screen Time Affects Your Nervous System (It's Not About Blue Light)

The real problem with screen time isn't blue light — it's what constant stimulation does to your autonomic nervous system.

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Jamie Torres · 11 min read

The 48-Hour Digital Detox: A Weekend Protocol That Actually Works

Most digital detox advice is unrealistic. This evidence-based weekend protocol is designed for people who actually use technology for work.

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Jamie Torres · 9 min read

9 Signs Your Phone Isn't a Tool Anymore — It's a Coping Mechanism

When does phone use cross from normal to problematic? These nine signs suggest your device has become a nervous system crutch.

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Jamie Torres · 10 min read

What Doomscrolling Actually Does to Your Brain (According to Neuroscience)

Doomscrolling isn't just a bad habit — it triggers a specific neurochemical cascade that keeps your nervous system in threat mode.

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Jamie Torres · 13 min read

What 50 Studies Tell Us About Social Media and Anxiety

The relationship between social media and anxiety is more nuanced than headlines suggest. Here's what the aggregate research shows.

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Jamie Torres · 10 min read

Caffeine and Anxiety: How Much Is Too Much (And What to Drink Instead)

Caffeine and anxiety have a dose-dependent relationship that varies by genetics. Here's how to find your personal threshold.

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Jamie Torres · 10 min read

Why You Eat When You're Stressed (And What to Do About It)

Stress eating isn't a willpower problem — it's a hormonal one. Understanding the biology changes how you respond to cravings.

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