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The Weird News of the Day: Social Media Burnout
14 July 2026

The Weird News of the Day: Social Media Burnout

KDKD Weird News

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A lighthearted weird news segment looks at a new survey showing that many Americans feel social media has become more like work than fun. More than half of respondents say they are posting less than they did five years ago, and many are becoming more selective about what they share online. The discussion points to the biggest reasons people are stepping back: political arguments, endless doom scrolling, and privacy concerns. Younger adults, especially Gen Z, are said to feel the pressure most, making social media exhaustion a growing theme in everyday life.