Episode
66. I'm addicted to social media, can EMDR help me?
- Podcast
- The EMDR Doctor Podcast
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- Apr 10, 2026
- Duration seconds
- 830
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Summary
In this episode, we examine the potential for EMDR to tackle the pervasive problem of social media addiction and its impact on daily life. Constant scrolling can erode focus, disrupt sleep, provoke anxiety, and fuel a cycle of comparison that harms self-esteem. The rapid influx of information can also shorten attention spans and reduce cognitive clarity. As social media addiction often masks underlying stress or past trauma, an EMDR practitioner can help by addressing root memories, building healthy coping skills, and setting boundaries. Addiction protocols can target urges to scroll, triggers, and negative beliefs (for example, “I’m weak”), providing a pathway to regain agency and improve overall well-being. _________________________________ In This Episode, You’ll Learn: The "problem" with social media Negative impacts on the brain Basic strategies tro cut back How EMDR can help Key Highlights: Processing the underlying traumas or difficult memories Establishing healthy coping strategies and boundaries. Using addiction protocols to target the urge to scroll, the triggers, and any negative core belief Resources Mentioned: EMDR Therapy for Trauma: If you're in Australia and want personalized support, Dr. Lloyd’s individual or group therapy sessions may be right for you. EMDR Doctor Membership: If you’ve worked with Dr. Lloyd before and need ongoing support, check out the EMDR Doctor Membership page for monthly opportunities to continue EMDR therapy. Upcoming webinars for clinicians on treating: Shame (June 4th) Dissociation (July) Dissociative Identity Disorder (August). Contact and Feedback: If you’ve been affected by trauma, or if you want to discuss how EMDR can help you heal from past wounds, get in touch with Dr. Lloyd at emdrdoctor.com.a…