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I care about gamers, their families, their loved ones. I explore issues relating to the media and effects upon society. I have particular interests in video games, video game addiction, Virtual Reality, MMOs, and the impact of technology upon individuals and families. Currently I specialize in working with those who identify problems with video game addiction and virtual reality. I also offer trainings to mental health clinicians who would like to better understand how to help others.
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i don't think it really matters what technique one might use to change things, i think what matters is if things are changed ...
That's the kind of situation that's a bit shocking to hear. Still, with how protracted it is I'm disappointed that the parent didn't set any immediate limits or sanctions. I know that there's a give and a take evident in the talk - that is the game is helping him with (at least) family stress, but in turn is adding to it. Would the dad be wrong to simply take away the monitor for the night?
Parents block out new knowledge with regards to computers and games - there's research suggesting that picking up and working around tech can cause intense anxiety. A major block is getting past that, creating contextualized ways for parents (or any older person not yet familiar with gaming) to understand. You make it simple for them so that they can make it simple in the context of the family dynamic.
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