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University Library, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Tech Wellness Guide

A guide for productivity and tech mental-wellness during remote coursework.

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220 & 306 Main Library

Drop-ins welcome @ 306

306 Service Desk Hours:
Monday - Thursday: 10:30am-7:30 pm
Friday: 10:30 am - 6:30 pm
Sunday: 2:00pm - 6:30pm

Room 220 is open for use at all times the Main Library is open.

Phone: 217-244-1331
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Unplugging

Let your brain rest.

Doom Scrolling

Doom Scrolling: Sinking into emotional distress while bingeing on depressing news.  Excessive screen time, a reluctance to take breaks away from our computers, distraction of many tabs, and boredom exacerbate persistent doom-seeking.  
 

For help with doom scrolling, consider these articles from NPR and the New York Times:
 NPR: Your Doom Scrolling Breeds Anxiety. Here's How to Stop the Cycle.  
You're Doomscrolling Again. Here's How to Snap out of It.