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Ep. 246: The Hidden Dangers of Screen Addiction: A Wake-Up Call for Parents
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In today's digital age, the ubiquity of electronic devices has become a growing concern for parents. In today's episode, Melanie Hempe, renowned for her insightful discussions on parenting, offers some stark warnings and practical advice on how to navigate this complex terrain. Below is a summary of her key points, offering a deeper look into why and how parents need to take action to protect their children's mental health and social development.
00:00 Identifying Video Game Addiction in Kids
00:20 The Importance of Limiting Internet Access
00:38 The Role of Parents in Teaching Values
01:00 The Dangers of Small Screens and Pornography
01:26 Benefits of Reducing Screen Time
01:50 Encouragement for Parents
02:14 Long-term Effects of Video Game Usage
The Tell-Tale Signs of Video Game Addiction
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About our guest:
Host of the popular weekly ScreenStrong Families Podcast, Melanie has been featured in Psychology Today, Thrive-Global, The Wall Street Journal, A&E Network, CBS, CNN, NPR, the documentary Screened Out, and various news and television outlets.
Melanie lives in North Carolina with her husband, Chris, and their four children. They are delighted to trade wasted hours spent on screens for reading good books, spending time with friends in their home, and sharing plenty of family fun. It’s never too late to win back your kids, and ScreenStrong is here to help you do that!
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Manage episode 436574137 series 182091
In today's digital age, the ubiquity of electronic devices has become a growing concern for parents. In today's episode, Melanie Hempe, renowned for her insightful discussions on parenting, offers some stark warnings and practical advice on how to navigate this complex terrain. Below is a summary of her key points, offering a deeper look into why and how parents need to take action to protect their children's mental health and social development.
00:00 Identifying Video Game Addiction in Kids
00:20 The Importance of Limiting Internet Access
00:38 The Role of Parents in Teaching Values
01:00 The Dangers of Small Screens and Pornography
01:26 Benefits of Reducing Screen Time
01:50 Encouragement for Parents
02:14 Long-term Effects of Video Game Usage
The Tell-Tale Signs of Video Game Addiction
Need parenting advice? Grab one of Dr. Meg's coaching spots here.
Watch today’s episode 📺
Follow us 📲
Our sponsors:
Air Doctor: Breathe Easier, Live Better With AirDoctor! Head to airdoctorpro.com and use promo code DRMEG, and you’ll receive UP TO $300 off air purifiers!
Phyla Biotics: Visit phylabiotics.com, enter code DRMEEKER at checkout, and start your journey to healthier skin.
Field of Greens: Whole, organic fruits and vegetables. No extracts, no lab-made stuff. Just one scoop a day gives you simple, real nutrition. Visit fieldofgreens.com and use promo code DRMEG for 15% off your first order and FREE rush shipping.
About our guest:
Host of the popular weekly ScreenStrong Families Podcast, Melanie has been featured in Psychology Today, Thrive-Global, The Wall Street Journal, A&E Network, CBS, CNN, NPR, the documentary Screened Out, and various news and television outlets.
Melanie lives in North Carolina with her husband, Chris, and their four children. They are delighted to trade wasted hours spent on screens for reading good books, spending time with friends in their home, and sharing plenty of family fun. It’s never too late to win back your kids, and ScreenStrong is here to help you do that!
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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