Video games have become part of normal life for our youth, particularly for young males aged 8-12 and up. Problems begin when video games and screen time start to interfere with school performance, daily chores, family relationships, and friendships. What …
Parents of younger children often ask if there are any books that can help their kids with video game addiction. Though most aren’t specifically written for video game addiction, but they can still be very helpful in resetting their perspective …
There have been many studies linking video gaming to depression, anxiety and social phobia in children, teens and adults. If you have searched the internet and found this article then you are probably one of the countless people who have …
Parents often ask me how long is OK for children to play video games. The answer is, it depends. It depends on the age of the child, the type of game, other issues the child may have, what time of …
The Negative Effects of Internet Addiction in Adolescents As Internet creator Tim Berners-Lee states, “…people growing up with the Web…take the power at their fingertips for granted.” And with this power comes reliance on the technology as it becomes more and …
If your child plays video games on a traditional console, computer, tablet, or their smartphone, they are not alone. In the US, about 90% of children and adolescents play video games; of this group, 65% of males and 35% of …
How Social Media Influences Youth Today’s teens have been growing up surrounded by social media. It’s impossible to escape this new world of sharing, posting, reacting, and commenting. Social Media and Mental Health – What Science Teaches Us There have …
How Violent Video Games Can Affect Altruism & Empathy The American Psychological Association (APA) cites violent video games as a significant risk factor for aggression, selfishness, and indifference in children. In fact, according to the APA Task Force, there is …
It’s difficult to imagine spending an entire day without looking at a screen, even for the generation who grew up without smartphones. People are becoming internet addicts, and it impacts many aspects of health. Prior to the technology boom, recess …
I have many clients who worry that they (or their children) might be addicted to technology. Smartphone addiction, internet addiction, and video game addiction are becoming more and more common. In this article, I’ll touch on the question of how …