In this powerful episode, hosts Nathanael Ferguson and Kat Maynard dive into the complex world of screen time and technology use in children. Exploring how digital devices impact the brain, especially dopamine levels, while breaking down the pros and cons of tech in kids’ lives. This insightful discussion challenges listeners to think critically about balance, boundaries, and the long-term effects of technology on child development.
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Resources:
- https://www.integrative-psych.org/resources/navigating-dopamine-children-and-screen-time-unraveling-impacts-and-strategies
- https://archive.org/details/nstvny-PATV_Spotlight_-_Dr._Steven_Dewey_-_Alcohol_Drugs_and_the_Teen_Brain
- https://parentingteensandtweens.com/here-are-the-tech-rules-you-need-to-be-setting-for-your-tweens-and-teens
- https://connectusfund.org/16-pros-and-cons-of-children-using-technology
- https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/school-culture/202401/real-talk-about-kids-and-technology?msockid=1567d81c6f3a6cc50dfdca326eee6dd7
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