7-Binge Watching

 

Binge-watching is the practice of watching entertainment or informational content for a prolonged period, usually a single television show. Binge-watching has become a popular pastime worldwide. The most common reason for binge-watching is that viewers really engage with a certain show, followed by the enjoyment of multiple episodes in an accelerated period. People all over the world are binge-watching and as of 2023, most people prefer a season to come out with its episodes all at once rather than weekly.  A 2018 poll found that 60% of American adults who use on-demand streaming services engage in binge-watching. Among younger audiences (18 to 29-year-olds), this percentage rises to 73%. The term “binge-watching” gained prominence with streaming services like Netflix. It referred to watching entire seasons in a compressed amount of time. Binge-Watching and Your Health: What To Know (verywellhealth.com)

A new binge-worthy show has hit Netflix. Baby Reindeer follows the true story of Donny Dun getting stalked by a crazy woman in his early 20s. I started watching this show and was immediately hooked when I found out it was a true story. The actor in this show is the real Donny Dun, he tells his story of abuse, sexual assault, family problems, trauma, and getting stalked. As the story unfolds, Gadd is ultimately forced to confront a deep, dark buried trauma. I was not able to put this show down and I finished it in a weekend. Bing Videos

                                         

During the extended lockdown prompted by the COVID-19 pandemic, binge-watching shifted from being considered a guilty pleasure to an essential form of self-care. Initially, binge-watching was often associated with indulgence or escapism. However, during the pandemic, it became a way to cope with the challenges of quarantine and isolation. As people spent more time at home, binge-watching provided a sense of comfort and distraction. The COVID-19 lockdown was what got me into binge watching. I was finishing movie series daily and flying through different tv shows. Even beyond the pandemic, binge-watching remains relevant. It captures the affective intensities of internet TV and user-directed viewing.