binge
noun
an act of excessive or compulsive consumption especially of food or alcoholic beverages.
- "he went on a binge and was in no shape to drive"
- a period of excessive indulgence in an activity, especially eating, drinking, or taking drugs.
- "A Christmas Binge"
verb
- indulge in an activity, especially eating, drinking, or taking drugs, to excess."A some see the whole weekend as a chance to binge"
Binge-watching - The activity of watching TV for an extended period of time, e.g. several episodes of a series.
Binge-watching refers to the now (especially during COVID-19) common practice of watching many episodes of a television show in a single sitting. The term has gained popularity in recent years with the rise of streaming entertainment services that tend to release entire TV series or seasons, usually without advertising interruptions.
As millions of people all over the world embrace the convenience of digital streaming and the instant gratification of binge-watching their favourite television series, researchers are beginning to look closely at how this new way of watching TV may impact overall health.
According to some scientists, people love binge-watching because it releases a natural chemical in the brain that makes them feel good. This chemical, called dopamine, is responsible for the feelings of happiness that come from doing something pleasant, like exercising or eating good food.
Watching hours upon hours of a beloved television show can also release dopamine, especially when those episodes can be viewed without interruption.
While many experts agree there’s nothing drastically wrong with binge-watching, they warn that binge-watching should be done in moderation to avoid any potentially negative side effects. Taking occasional breaks for physical activity and socializing are usually recommended.
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Binge is a video streaming subscription service available in Australia. Binge is a service dedicated to TV shows and movies and doesn't offer any of the news or sports channels.
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