A new study shows that boredom is actually linked to stress rather than a particular circumstance. Boredom has more to do with stress than with our seemingly boring surroundings a new study has concluded.

Why do I get stressed when I'm bored?

“Boredom stems from a lack of mental stimulation. By learning something new, you're working a part of your brain that hasn't been used recently and you stimulate your mind to think in a new way,” Caleb Backe, Mental Health Expert, explains.

Is boredom a form of anxiety?

Boredom happens when you do not have control of your situation. Boredom becomes an issue when it keeps you from completing necessary tasks or decreasing your quality of life. If you have anxiety, you may be more prone to depression after experiencing long periods of boredom.