Michael Walsh
Zachary Crouch
Technology Addiction
Technology Addiction
Technology Addiction
Friday 15th February 2019
Jim Clines joins Zach Crouch to discuss technology addiction in teens and shares tips for healthier habits on the Landmark Recovery Podcast.
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Get the buttons here!Teen Tech Trouble: Jim Clines on Technology Addiction
The word that I like to use is compulsive, something that, in spite of my knowledge that this is not the best way to handle it, I can't seem to stop doing it in doing it.
Ever wondered how your teen's screen time could be more than just a habit? In this episode of the Landmark Recovery Podcast, host Zach Crouch chats with addiction expert Jim Clines about the growing issue of technology addiction among adolescents. Jim dives into the concept of 'compulsive behavior', explaining how technology, much like gambling or work, can become an obsession that’s hard to break.
He sheds light on how the need for status during adolescence can drive teens to overuse technology, leading to significant changes in their brain's frontal cortex and impacting their self-esteem. The conversation takes a closer look at the social and emotional toll of this addiction, highlighting how it affects face-to-face interactions and makes teens vulnerable to peer pressure.
But it's not all doom and gloom; Jim offers practical advice on steering teens towards healthier activities like sports, music, and art to help them engage in life beyond the screen. If you're concerned about a young person in your life or just curious about the effects of technology, this episode is packed with insights and tips that could make a difference.