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These days Dr. Ruston hears parents’ concerns around all the video gaming their kids are doing — as well as social media and other screen time. Some are worried about the risks of them developing an addiction to technology. Today, Dr. Ruston talks with show Ed Spector, Psy.D., a psychologist who has specialized in working with young people who are struggling with problematic video gaming and the internet for over a decade. What is gaming disorder, and why do roughly 50% of teens report feeling addicted to technology? Most importantly, what strategies does Dr. Spector use with his clients that can help all parents help their kids gain more balance in their tech lives, particularly now during COVID? |