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Technology and the Teenage Brain – Caregiver Education Series

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Aug 16, 2020

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These free sessions are intended to provide parents, caregivers, teachers, and community members with basic information about addiction and mental health challenges that can impact children and youth. Presentations are open to all adults to attend.

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Technology and the Teenage Brain
Supporting the Digital Wellbeing of Families

 

Technology is a huge part of our children’s lives and a common concern for most parents. Social media, video gaming, internet use, and cell phones may already be topics of debate within your family. This session will review how modern technology can impact the developing teenage brain – the risks and also the benefits. Parents and teens will learn ways to have a balanced use of technology to better support positive mental health.

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