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What is Mivo, a new app looking to curb doomscrolling through no-shame approach?

The Indian Express reports on Mivo, a new mobile application designed to address the issue of 'doomscrolling'—the compulsive behavior of scrolling through negative or distressing content on social media and news platforms. Mivo aims to promote healthier digital habits by offering users tools to monitor their screen time, set limits on consumption of distressing content, and encourage more positive online interactions. Unlike traditional apps that focus on restricting access or imposing strict rules, Mivo takes a 'no-shame' approach, emphasizing self-awareness and user empowerment rather than guilt or punishment. The app has been developed with input from mental health professionals and behavioral scientists to ensure its strategies are both effective and psychologically sound.

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What is Mivo, a new app looking to curb doomscrolling through no-shame approach?

The Indian Express reports on Mivo, a new mobile application designed to address the issue of 'doomscrolling'—the compulsive behavior of scrolling through negative or distressing content on social media and news platforms. Mivo aims to promote healthier digital habits by offering users tools to monitor their screen time, set limits on consumption of distressing content, and encourage more positive online interactions. Unlike traditional apps that focus on restricting access or imposing strict rules, Mivo takes a 'no-shame' approach, emphasizing self-awareness and user empowerment rather than guilt or punishment. The app has been developed with input from mental health professionals and behavioral scientists to ensure its strategies are both effective and psychologically sound.

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