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ADHD, Gaming Addiction, and Body Doubling; How Does It Help?
For those individuals who have ADHD, finding the motivation to begin and/or complete mundane tasks, such as chores and homework, can be an enormous struggle. And oftentimes, this person will avoid or procrastinate on these tasks while looking for something far more...
The Transferable Life Skills That Video Gamers Develop
When coaching those with disordered or addictive video gaming, I come to recognize that this online activity can also foster a range of transferable life skills that are valuable in various in-person contexts. Whether it's problem-solving, teamwork, or strategic...
Understanding the Environmental Impact of Video Gaming: A Call to Young People
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...
Understanding the Emotional Needs of Your Addicted Gamer
If you’re a parent of an addicted gamer, you understand the emotional upheaval this can create in your home. Children often communicate their emotions through their behaviours. These emotions range from irritability or sadness, isolation or clinginess, to full on...
Self-care & Rest for Parents of Disordered Gamers
Having a self-care practice, that includes rest, is crucial when dealing with an addicted child because it allows parents to maintain their own physical, emotional, and mental well-being amidst the challenges and stressors of supporting their child through addiction....
The Thrill of Gaming: Exploring Why Video Gaming and Esports Competition Captivate Children and Young Adults
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...
Parents, Is it Difficult to Establish Boundaries with Your Addicted Gamer?
When coaching families struggling with a video gaming addicted child, I find that sometimes my strategies are met by parents who have great difficulty trying to establish and maintain boundaries. Opening a dialogue about gaming addiction can be met with resistance,...
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We are coming near the end of 2023, a very busy year for me in terms of speaking engagements and business travel. And an active year spent getting to know many families, mental health practitioners, and even those in the esports industry. In 2024 I am committed to a...
Esports – Addiction or A Passion for Much More?
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...
Unpacking In-Game Purchases: A Guide for Parents
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,...
So Your Child Wants to be A Professional Gamer. What Are the Risks?
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...
Back to School Fears – Guest Blogger, Tessa Kampen
Do you have a family member going to school? Or maybe, you are getting ready to head back to the classroom yourself to teach or continue your education? I have two children going off to high school, and I want to make sure I notice the signs of fears being...