National Security

The Hidden Battle Against Social Media Addiction: Who’s Really Winning?

By Economics Desk | January 18, 2026

As social media’s grip tightens on Americans, a new wave of influencers fights back—challenging endless scrolling with awareness and disruption. But can this quiet resistance truly reclaim our time and freedom from addictive algorithms?

In today’s digital landscape, millions of Americans find themselves trapped in an endless loop of Instagram and TikTok videos, losing track of time and productivity. This creeping addiction is not just a personal nuisance; it’s a threat to our national vitality, distracting citizens from meaningful engagement in their communities and weakening the fabric of individual responsibility that America was built upon. Who Watches the Watchmen? The Rise of Anti-Doomscrolling Voices Enter Olivia Yokubonis, known online as Olivia Unplugged—a content creator who uses a calm, science-backed approach to disrupt mindless scrolling. Instead of contributing to the noise, she delivers gentle wake-up...

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