This study examines the relationships between doomscrolling, stress, emotional distress, and anhedonia in women aged 20–59 years. Guided by negativity bias theory, which explains individual’s predisposition to focus on negative stimuli, the research explores how doomscrolling perpetuates psychological distress and disrupts emotional well-being. A cross-sectional survey design was employed with 105 women completing validated measures, including the Doomscrolling Scale (DSS-15), Perceived Stress Scale (PSS-4), Depression Anxiety Stress Scale (DASS-10), and Snaith-Hamilton Pleasure Scale (SHAPS-14). Correlation analyses revealed significant positive relationships between doomscrolling, stress, and emotional distress, while regression analysis identified doomscrolling and stress as significant predictors of anhedonia. Doomscrolling emerged as the strongest predictor, while emotional distress showed a weaker, non-significant contribution. These findings align with negativity bias theory, suggesting that repeated exposure to negative stimuli amplifies stress, depletes emotional resources, and fosters maladaptive behaviors. The study underscores the need for targeted interventions, such as mindfulness strategies, resilience training and digital literacy programs, to mitigate the adverse effects of doomscrolling. Limitations include the cross-sectional design, reliance on self-report measures, and focus on women aged 20–59. Future research should adopt longitudinal approaches, investigate additional variables such as coping mechanisms and cultural influences, and include diverse populations to better address the mental health impacts of doomscrolling.