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网抑云
wǎng yì yún
a state of depression or anxiety caused by excessive internet use
长期使用社交媒体让我陷入了网抑云。
Long-term use of social media has left me in a state of internet-induced depression.
informal
a psychological condition characterized by feelings of depression, anxiety, or emotional exhaustion resulting from prolonged exposure to negative or overwhelming content on the internet, particularly social media
网抑云已经成为年轻人面临的一个严重问题。
Internet-induced depression has become a serious issue among young people.
The term combines '网络' (internet) and '抑郁' (depression), reflecting the growing concern about the mental health impact of digital lifestyles.
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Pro Tip
Usage Context
This term is commonly used in discussions about mental health, social media, and digital culture.
Gold Rule
Avoid Overgeneralization
While '网抑云' describes a real phenomenon, it should not be used to dismiss all internet-related stress without proper context.
Word Origin
A neologism combining '网络' (internet) and '抑郁' (depression), reflecting the modern phenomenon of mental health issues linked to excessive internet use.
Usage Notes
Primarily used in informal contexts to describe the psychological effects of social media and online content consumption. Often discussed in discussions about digital well-being and mental health.
Word Breakdown
网
internet
root抑
depression
root云
cloud (as in 'cloud computing'), but here it softens the term
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