On streaming platforms such as Netflix, HBO Max, Amazon Prime Video and Disney+, it is common to find recommendations for series for binge-watching, where you can watch all the episodes in a row without having to wait for them to premiere on a weekly basis. He Bring Watching or see several series followed in a short time, has generated scientific interest due to the expansion of these platforms throughout the world, which is why they have revealed how it affects to the health this practice.
A recent study investigated the reasons behind the Bring Watching or ‘marathon’ series And they discovered that some people do it for healthy reasons, such as personal or cultural enrichment. However, they found that loneliness was a predominant motivation among binge viewers. This suggests what to see series compulsively could be a way of coping with negative moods, similar to other addictions. This study was carried out by researchers from the Department of Psychology of the University of Rome La Sapienza and the University of Parma and published in the Journal of Sleep Research.
Previously, it was common to wait weekly for new episodes, but now you can enjoy endless catalogs of movies and series on streaming platforms, however, watching many episodes in a row in a series can have consequences for the health. Some related problems include back pain, eye strain, and eye problems. In addition, the risk of diseases such as overweight, obesity and cardiovascular problems can increase due to lack of physical activity. On the other hand, study mentioned that the Bring Watching it is related to poor sleep quality, fatigue and insomnia.
The term Bring Watching It emerged in the 90s with the advent of VHS and DVDs, but there were earlier predictions such as the concept of ‘TV streaming’. This term refers to the strategies used by networks to keep viewers hooked on their screens, moving from one program to another. Raymond Williams, a Marxist theorist, described it as a key feature of broadcasting, both as a technology and as a cultural form.
At present, the concept of ‘television streaming’ has been transformed into the algorithm, which personalizes content recommendations according to the tastes of each person. Platforms like Netflix offer us personalized suggestions and the option to skip the introduction so that the viewing experience series be more fluent. These strategies have generated addiction and also have negative physical impacts affecting the health, such as weight problems, physical pain due to posture, heart disease and cognitive decline. The solution lies in thinking twice before watching another episode and learning how to use streaming platforms in the best possible way.