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This paper explores the evolution of the "Watch More Series »" prompt from a simple user-interface element to a powerful catalyst for the binge-watching phenomenon. By analyzing the psychological mechanisms of immediate gratification and the industrial shift toward original digital programming, this study examines how streaming services have reshaped global media consumption habits, social interactions, and individual mental well-being. 1. Introduction: The Death of the "To Be Continued" : The "Watch More" CTA is often powered

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In the traditional television era, viewers were bound by weekly schedules. Today, digital platforms utilize CTAs like "Watch More Series »" to eliminate the friction between episodes. This transition has birthed "binge-watching," defined as consuming multiple episodes of a program in a single sitting, which has become a dominant social norm for audiences, particularly those aged 18–34. 2. The Psychology of the Infinite Loop

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