Kids Who Cannot Transition from Playing Fortnite
A common theme that parents have expressed to me about their kids playing Fortnite and other similar games is how they struggle to stop playing the game and transition to […]
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Can Your Kids Learn from Playing Fortnite?
Can your kids learn from playing Fortnite? I believe so. First, let me say that I am uncomfortable with younger kids playing this all-for-one game and what some kids may […]
The Best Games and Apps to Improve Processing Speed
Does it take your child half an hour to complete a five-minute chore or hours to complete homework? For some kids, this may be due simply to a lack of […]
Teenager’s Guide to Apps and Games to Improve Slow Processing Speed
Do you want to read faster and more fluidly? Play a video game such as Rayman Raving Rabbids or an action game such as Call of Duty. Do you want […]
What Kind Of Video Games Are Good For Kids With ADHD?
Difficulty with sustained attention and persistence to tasks is common in children who are diagnosed with ADHD and those who have problems with attention or executive functioning. However, parents and […]
How Much Should I Let My Child Play Fortnite?
There are kids who play Fortnite 14 hours a day. This is not an exaggeration! Whether we chalk this up to poor parenting, addiction to Fortnite, or the power of […]
Slow Processing Speed: What Does This Mean For My Teen?
(This is one of our continuing series on teens and tech where we help teenagers understand more about learning, attentional, and social-emotional concerns and how technology can help them)
If […]
Do I Need To Set Limits On My Child’s Screen Time?
One of the most difficult tasks of 21st-century parenting is setting limits on your child’s screen time. Screens are incredibly immersive, alluring, and potentially addictive. Because screen time is generally […]
ADHD and Video Games: Finding the Best New Games to Help Your Child with ADHD
Difficulty with sustained attention and persistence to tasks is common in children who are diagnosed with ADHD and those who have problems with attention or executive functioning. However, parents and […]
Is Your Child Playing Too Much Fortnite?
The most frequent concern voiced by parents in my clinical practice is that their kids spend too much time on their screens. This worry is particularly noticeable amongst the parents […]
