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Mitigating Risk of Digital Media Overuse at College

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Mitigating the risk of digital media overuse at college is possible if you plan accordingly. Unfortunately, most adults overlook this detail when preparing students for the transition to college.

Digital Media Overuse and the Transition to College

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screen overuse and the transition to college

Digital media overuse and the transition to college are tough to navigate for those without self-management skills.

Why In-Person Therapy is Better

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Why in-person therapy is better for treatment of internet addiction or digital media overuse issues.

How does social media and gaming affect athletes’ performance?

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Using social media or playing video games for just 30 minutes causes enough mental fatigue to impair athletic performance.

Autism and Technology Addiction

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Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a common co-occurring diagnosis for people who struggle with technology addiction or digital media overuse. Few therapists, however, are trained to recognize the wide array of characteristics that a person on the autism spectrum can present.