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WHAT WILL I LEARN:This program offers a comprehensive exploration of the profound influence exerted by video games, social media, and smartphones on American youth, underscoring the imperative for a nuanced understanding of their societal impact. Through an examination of current research on internet and video game addiction, encompassing risk factors and comorbidity, the program aims to deepen comprehension of this multifaceted issue. Moreover, it provides actionable strategies to prevent and counteract screen addiction in youth, elucidating protective measures and outlining steps for driving widespread community change. Targeting frontline professionals such as LPCs, LMFTs, and LCSWs, the program equips practitioners with the latest research findings and practical guidance to effectively address problematic screen dependency among their younger clients.
COST & WHAT IS INCLUDED:
Workshop fee of $135 covers all workshop materials, continental breakfast, catered lunch, and snacks (all provided on site).
CEU ELIGIBILITY:
6 Core Hours approved with LPCA-GA, GAMFT
6 Related Hours with GA-LCSW (Not eligible for Core Hours)
WHO SHOULD ATTEND:
Licensed Professional Counselors, Marriage & Family Therapists, Psychologists, school counselors, clinical mental health counselors, individuals working with children & families, and graduate students in these fields. Clinical teams are encouraged to attend together.
EVENT REGISTRATION:
No late registrations. If participant cancels registration, workshop fees will be refunded, but Eventbrite fees are non-refundable.
ABOUT THE PRESENTER:
After her oldest son, Adam, dropped out of college due to his video game addiction, Melanie Hempe, BSN, put her nursing degree from Emory University to good use and founded ScreenStrong. It’s her mission to create educational programs for kids and parents so no one will experience the pain of screen addiction. Her ability to simplify medical science and provide practical solutions for families has allowed her to share her passion and bold screen solutions nationally. ScreenStrong has won the hearts of many families who are preventing and reversing childhood screen conflicts and addiction and are thrilled to experience a new-found freedom in their lives.
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
5500 Union Church Rd, Flowery Branch, GA, United States, Georgia 30542
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