Introduction
Binge-watching is considered to be a modern problem correlating with the addictive behavior in which an individual engages in watching TV programs in rapid succession. This is commonly considered an issue since it is time-consuming, emotionally unhealthy, and addicting. I believe binge-watching to be an illustration of an emotional and social issue similar to overeating or gambling. The topic is important due to the common phenomenon of binge-watching correlating with the abundance of streaming platforms. Moreover, each individual involved in the aforementioned behavior can address the activity by understanding its cause and modifying the behavior of binge-watching interferes with other aspects of life.
Binge-Watching as Addictive Behavior
Addictive behavior is often interconnected with actions that an individual deems gratifying, which is why the pattern is challenging to stop. Researchers agree with the link between unintentional binger when an individual does not realize how much time was spent in front of a device and addiction (Riddle et al. 589). Addiction, on the other hand, interferes with other aspects of one’s life, including social interactions, mental health, and other vital concepts.
Binge-Watching and Psychological Effects
Any binging behavior is a complex issue related to the psychological well-being of the person engaging in the actions. While watching TV does not necessarily link to mental health problems, an abundance of such behaviors and their interference of them with other aspects of life have repercussions. Researchers have found a correlation between depression and binge-watching, which is to be examined further (Ahmed 192). However, it is challenging to pinpoint whether depression was somehow facilitated by addictive behavior or whether individuals with depression are more likely to isolate and binge-watch.
Emotional Gratification
Emotional gratification for entertainment is one of the aspects people tend to fulfill through binge-watching. Thus, the need for entertainment is being addressed through TV programs (Tefertiller and Maxwell 278). However, it is important to make the distinction between fulfillment through such measures and real-life interactions and communication, which is considered healthy from an emotional perspective. As a result, an individual may replace the emotional demands correlating with real-life communication with binge-watching, which ultimately addresses the need for entertainment.
Effect on Daily Life
A possible repercussion linked to binge-watching is the time-consuming effect of the behavior. In case a behavior becomes an addiction, it is to be combated if the person’s daily life is negatively affected. Thus, in case of binge eating leads to obesity as a result of the large consumption of unhealthy food, doctors are to facilitate a change. Moreover, in case of alcohol consumption correlates with addictive behavior, the person is to reduce the frequency and quantities. From this perspective, the research is to determine how binge-watching differs from regular TV watch and determine how the effects of one differ from the outcomes of the other aspect.
Conclusion
While binge-watching is a nuanced issue, it is essential to research the problem and determine its effects. Since such behavior correlates with addiction and any addiction negatively impacts the individual livelihood, learning about the concept and determining its causes and effects is primordial. This is why the subject has been chosen for the research. Moreover, the issue is in line with the current phenomenon of the growing influence of streaming services. As a result, multiple individuals can benefit from having an in-depth understanding of the concept.
Works Cited
Ahmed, Azza Abdel-Azim. “A New Era of TV-Watching Behavior: Binge Watching and Its Psychological Effects.” Media Watch, vol. 8, no. 2, 2017, pp. 192–207., Web.
Riddle, Karyn, et al. “The Addictive Potential of Television Binge Watching: Comparing Intentional and Unintentional Binges.”Psychology of Popular Media Culture, vol. 7, no. 4, 2018, pp. 589–604., Web.
Tefertiller, Alec C., and Lindsey Conlin Maxwell. “Depression, Emotional States, and the Experience of Binge-Watching Narrative Television.”Atlantic Journal of Communication, vol. 26, no. 5, 2018, pp. 278–290., Web.