Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam

How to Help Your Teen Overcome Gaming Addiction: Proven Strategies


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In this compelling episode of Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam, host Dr. Cam interviews Cam Adair, the founder of Game Quitters and a renowned expert in gaming addiction recovery. Drawing from his own experience as a teen who once played video games for 16 hours a day, Cam shares invaluable insights that every parent needs to hear. This episode tackles the pressing concerns parents have about their teens' gaming habits and provides practical, actionable strategies to help foster a healthy relationship with gaming. 

 

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE

  • Understanding the spectrum of gaming addiction and how it affects teens.
  • Effective communication strategies to engage your teen about gaming.
  • Practical tips for fostering a balanced relationship with gaming.
  • The importance of family values in guiding discussions around gaming behavior.
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    5 KEY TAKEAWAYS FOR PARENTS OF TEENS
    1. Recognize Gaming Disorder: Understand the criteria defined by the World Health Organization to identify gaming addiction.
    2. Focus on Overall Functioning: Assess your teen's engagement in school, friendships, and family activities beyond just gaming hours.
    3. Create Safe Communication Spaces: Have important conversations outside the home or away from gaming devices to ensure openness.
    4. Educate Yourself on Games: Learn about the games your teen plays to set realistic expectations and boundaries.
    5. Facilitate Smooth Transitions: Allow your teen time to decompress after gaming before switching to other activities.
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      RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
      • Game Quitters: A comprehensive resource for parents and teens dealing with gaming issues
      • Cam Adair's TEDx Talk
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        CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST: Cam Adair
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        • Facebook: Game Quitters
        • LinkedIn: Cam Adair
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        • YouTube: Game Quitters
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          CONNECT WITH YOUR HOST: Dr. Cam Caswell
          • Website: AskDrCam.com
          • Instagram: @DrCamCaswell
          • TikTok: @the.teen.translator
          • YouTube: Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam
          • Facebook: @DrCamCaswell
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            EPISODE CHAPTERS:

            00:00 Understanding Gaming Addiction

            03:01 The Spectrum of Gaming Behavior
            06:00 Identifying Healthy vs. Problematic Gaming
            08:58 Finding Balance in Gaming
            11:59 Effective Communication with Teens
            15:05 Navigating Power Struggles
            18:08 Building Family Values Around Gaming
            21:09 Collaborative Solutions for Gaming Limits
            24:09 Setting Up for Healthy Gaming Habits
            26:45 Transitioning from Gaming to Other Activities
            30:00 Handling Meltdowns Over Gaming Limits
            33:03 Encouraging Exploration Beyond Gaming
            36:00 Modeling Healthy Tech Use
            38:51 Resources for Parents and Final Thoughts

             
            ABOUT THE SHOW

            The Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam Podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the challenges of raising teenagers. Hosted by Dr. Cam Caswell, an adolescent psychologist and certified parenting coach, this podcast offers practical parenting strategies, expert advice, and real-world insights to help you build a stronger relationship with your teen and support their emotional growth. Whether you’re struggling with teenage behavior or looking to improve communication, each episode provides actionable tips to make parenting teens easier and more rewarding. Perfect for both new and seasoned parents, this podcast helps you build the confidence to handle teen challenges and thrive together.

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