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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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		<title>Understanding the Environmental Impact of Video Gaming: A Call to Young People</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 28 May 2024 22:23:46 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Gen Z is among the generations most concerned with climate change. In fact, a Pew Research report found that 76% of US Gen Zers consider climate change to be one of their biggest concerns, and 37% say it is their top concern. This concern for our planet’s future is having a direct impact on mental [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>The Thrill of Gaming: Exploring Why Video Gaming and Esports Competition Captivate Children and Young Adults</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 29 Feb 2024 01:00:24 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parents I speak with are often bewildered as to why their child wants to play so many hours of video games. And what’s even more astounding for them to understand is why their gamer watches other gamers play online in tournaments. Many gamers also love to attend tournament esports events in large stadiums where they [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Esports &#8211; Addiction or A Passion for Much More?</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 01 Dec 2023 22:53:02 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[In the not-so-distant past, gaming was confined to living rooms and basements. Now, esports has evolved from a niche subculture to a global phenomenon, captivating millions of fans and attracting significant investments.  But to many parents of compulsive and addicted gamers, looking to become the next esports rock star, they see this industry as a [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Unpacking In-Game Purchases: A Guide for Parents</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 28 Oct 2023 15:15:10 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[If you’re a parent of a video gamer, you have likely taken notice of either your own or your child’s monthly bank statement or credit card tally showing in-game purchases. Some of these transactions are for smaller amounts, while others may be larger, but regardless, they can certainly start to add up to significant sums [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>So Your Child Wants to be A Professional Gamer. What Are the Risks?</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 26 Sep 2023 14:48:02 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Your child loves to play video games. They will dedicate hours upon hours to hone their gaming skills. And they believe they are going to make a career of gaming in Esports. Your child believes they will be the next top-earning Esports star. As a parent, you may be concerned about the risks of supporting [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Battling Video Gaming Addiction: The Vitality of Seeking Professional Help and Support Systems</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 28 Jun 2023 18:02:35 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[The evolution of technology has gifted us with numerous innovative forms of entertainment, and one such medium that has gained immense popularity is video gaming. While gaming can be a source of fun, relaxation, and even social connection, it can also become a double-edged sword when indulged in excessively. Gaming addiction interferes with various aspects [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<pubDate>Tue, 30 May 2023 14:44:57 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[When I am speaking with families who are struggling with a video gaming or screen addicted child, at times, I find a parent who has difficulty implementing rules and following through with consequences. These parents tell me that they don’t want to damage what appears to be a good relationship with their child. They are [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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