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		<title>The Myths of Managing Video Gaming Addiction: What Parents Need to Understand</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2026 17:24:02 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Once families accept that problematic gaming may be more than “just a phase,” the next question is almost always: What do we do now? Unfortunately, the management of gaming addiction is surrounded by as many myths as the condition itself. Parents are often given extreme advice — “just unplug it” or “send them away.”  Below [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 19:04:28 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Let’s be honest: Tech is everywhere. And for many families, that means stress is everywhere, too. Screens aren’t just in our homes. They’re in our schools, in our kids’ pockets, and in the moments that used to be filled with conversation, rest, or play. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed… like you’re constantly negotiating, second-guessing, or [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Reclaiming Gift Giving: Creative Ideas That Don’t Involve Devices</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2025 19:44:01 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[The holiday season is upon us, and many parents are looking for children’s gifts that can create more time offline, and perhaps even provide more family time. Gift-giving has slowly shifted into a world where every present seems to require a charger, an app, or a Wi-Fi connection. But in the rush to upgrade, we [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Filling the Void: Unraveling the Emotional Hunger of Addictive Video Gaming</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 29 Sep 2025 20:14:52 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Video gaming has evolved from a mere pastime to a captivating and immersive experience. Globally, there are presently 3.32 billion gamers. That’s just over forty percent of the world population immersed in the virtual world through video games. For many, games offer a fun escape and a world where they can become the heroes of [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>When Your Child Isn&#8217;t Acting Their Age: Understanding the Emotional Impact of Gaming Addiction</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 29 Jul 2025 21:19:16 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Take a moment to reflect on your child’s current behavior. Are they constantly arguing, refusing chores, or falling behind in school? Are they speaking to you with disrespect, raising their voice, or using inappropriate language? Maybe they’re playing video games far longer than allowed, even late into the night, and reacting with tantrums or rage [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Raising a Neurodivergent Child Unconditionally</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 27 Jun 2025 20:36:26 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[In my work, I coach many young people who are Neurodivergent, found to have Autism, ADHD, or both, known as AudiADHD. Some of these children are at a higher risk of becoming addicted to video games. Parents of these children don&#8217;t always understand how to raise them to nurture their individuality, their challenges, and their [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>How to Tell if Your Child is Addicted to Video Games</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 30 May 2025 17:43:46 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[&#8220;When my kid first started playing video games, it was a great way for them to unwind. It also gave me peace of mind, knowing they were staying out of trouble. At the time, it didn’t seem like a problem, they still had other activities in their life, and they only played a few hours [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Video Game Addiction in Autism and ADHD; A Nervous System Perspective</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 29 Apr 2025 18:01:17 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Guest Blogger &#8211; Anita Allen Video gaming addiction is increasingly recognized as a growing concern, particularly among neurodivergent populations such as individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Polyvagal Theory offers a deeper lens into the nervous system’s role in regulating behaviour, emotion, and social engagement. Understanding this connection may shed light [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Parental Controls on Digital Devices &#8211; Do They Work?</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 25 Mar 2025 01:46:33 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parental control software is designed to help parents manage and monitor their children&#8217;s digital activities, but it comes with several downsides, and tech-savvy kids often find ways to bypass these controls.  There is a false sense of security that comes with using this software. Some parents rely too heavily on these tools, believing they fully [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>What are the Health Risks Associated with Video Gaming Addiction?</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 29 Jan 2025 18:31:28 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[As video games have evolved from a casual pastime into a cultural phenomenon, their immersive nature and accessibility have brought both joy and challenges. While gaming offers entertainment and social connectivity, excessive gaming—classified as &#8220;video gaming addiction&#8221; or &#8220;gaming disorder&#8221; in some cases—can lead to significant mental and physical health concerns, particularly for adolescents and [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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