International Journal of Scientific Research and Engineering Development

Scrolling is a prevalent practice during the digital era, and it has influenced the experience of interaction between individuals and technology. What started as a mere tool of navigation has transformed into a habit that is automatic and is fueled by unlimited content, customized suggestions, and reward systems. Such features activate the dopamine system of the brain, strengthening repetitive scrolling and proving hard to quit. Long scrolling is also associated with a low attention span, cognitive overload, stress, anxiety, loss of sleep, and reduced productivity. The constant use of negative material is called doomscrolling, which adds to emotional burnout. The presented paper focuses on the issue of scrolling as a social phenomenon and the significance of conscious digital practices and mindful platform design in gaining healthier habits of technology use.

Archana Murali, Bhoomika D, Chedeella Koushik,"The Psychology of Scrolling: A Study on Digital Behavior" International Journal of Scientific Research and Engineering Development, V9(2): Page(1544-1546) Mar-Apr 2026. ISSN: 2581-7175. www.ijsred.com. Published by Scientific and Academic Research Publishing.