Common sense is great, but with today's technology we need some cyber sense. In this weekly series Dr. Dustin Weissman discusses how technology impacts daily life. He addresses screen time, online gaming, and problematic internet use. He offers tips, resources, and suggestions on living a more balanced life with technology. Dr. Weissman provides individual and group psychotherapy at NeuroSense Psychology in Calabasas, CA. For more information, please visit www.NeuroSensePsychology.com. Insta ...
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Ep. 19 - Google say what? The search for Internet Addiction.
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21:50In this episode Dr. Weissman shares some of the nation's top mental health searches by state. He then reviews an NPR article by Anya Kamenetz, the author of The Art of Screen Time, that addresses the World Health Organization's vote in May 2019 to adopt the latest edition of its International Classification of Diseases, or ICD, to include an entry …
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Ep. 18 – How to cut back on your screen time
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27:10Have you heard of the term, "nomophobia"? It is the fear of being without your device (i.e. smartphone). In this episode, Dr. Weissman offers many suggestions on how you can reduce your screen time. Primarily, he reviews an article, "Screen time is rising and it's ruining us: 11 ways to cut back," by Sharon Profis of cnet.com. As always, he also in…
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Ep.17 - Media’s Influence, For Better Or For Worse w/ Special Guest, Sarah Pearl, LMFT
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33:08In this episode, Dr. Weissman is joined by Sarah Pearl, LMFT. They discuss media, both social and entertainment based, and how it may influence people's thoughts and actions. One topic of importance that comes up is the Netflix show, 13 Reasons Why, and social contagion. Other interesting topics addressed include: online communication (emojis, filt…
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Ep. 16 - I think my kid has a gaming addiction. What do I do?
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32:40In this episode Dr. Weissman helps answer the questions that many parents today have about their children; are they addicted and what can be done? Dr. Weissman discusses what gaming disorder is and suggests an experiment to assess where your child might be. He offers some things that can be done starting today. Additionally, Dr. Weissman shares 8 s…
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In this episode, Dr. Weissman provides a few scenarios and explains how viewing the world from different perspectives can shape our perceptions. Moreover, changing our perspective can alter the way we feel about others and the actions they take.
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Prince Harry recently called for a ban on the popular video game, Fortnite. He believes that is more addictive than alcohol or drugs. Dr. Weissman addresses the media coverage and offers his response. Additionally, Dr. Weissman goes into detail on motivators, why people become involved in game play, types of play, and the reward systems that keep p…
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Ep.13 - Smartphone ban in California schools
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34:52In this episode, Dr. Dustin Weissman discusses California state Assembly Bill No. 272 Pupils: use of smartphones. The bill states, "This bill would require the governing body of a school district, a county office of education, or a charter school to adopt a policy to limit or prohibit the use by its pupils of smartphones while the pupils are at a s…
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Ep.12 - Multiple Perspectives w/ Special Guests Dr. Jenn and Dr. Sarine of "Is It Bedtime Yet?" Podcast
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39:57In this episode, Dr. Weissman is joined by special guests, Dr. Jenn Samstag and Dr. Sarine Boyadjian, of the podcast, "Is It Bedtime Yet?" Dr. Jenn and Dr Sarine share their thoughts, observations, and insights about technology use as they see it in their offices as mental health professionals and at home as mothers. The "Is It Bedtime Yet?" podcas…
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Ep.11 - How much screen time is too much?
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14:26In this podcast, Dr. Weissman addresses screen time use. He answers some commonly asked questions such as, “How much screen time should I allow my kids?” and “How important is it for parents to limit their own use and what messages are they sending?” He also provides some tips on being mindful of screen use.…
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Ep.10 - Video Games; Screen Limits and Effects
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21:42In this episode, Dr. Weissman discusses the importance of screen time limits. He does this by reviewing an article from the BBC titled, "Gamers suggest ways to combat addiction." The article covers a story where two former gamers proposed to British Parliament that they impose restrictions on screen time limits. Dr. Weissman goes a step further in …
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Ep.9 - Screen Time and Toddler Development
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17:16In this episode, Dr. Weissman reviews an article, "Screen time inhibits toddler development, study finds," from TechCrunch.com (link below). He also discusses the original research referenced in this article and adds his interpretation and thoughts on the parallels of screen time use in toddler development while also highlighting the importance of …
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In this episode, Dr. Weissman shares some of his favorite smartphone applications as well as some recommended by other mental health professionals. The categories of these apps include phone use tracking, meditation, thought and emotion tracking, fitness, habit formation, affirmations, and learning for young children.…
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Ep.7 - Screen Based Media Devices, Sleep, & Quality of Life
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14:34In this episode, Dr. Weissman discusses an article from the New York Times, "Screen Use at Bedtime May Impair Children's Quality of Life," by Nicolas Bakalar. The article addresses a study, "Night-time screen-based media device use and adolescents' sleep and health-related quality of life" by Michael Mireku and associates. Dr. Weissman shares his i…
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In this episode, Dr. Weissman discusses satiation and how it plays a role in our behaviors, especially as they relate to addiction. Dr. Weissman ties the concept of satiation in with internet addiction and problematic internet use.
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Ep.5 - Discussion of Adolescent Social Media Use
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22:13In this episode, Dr. Weissman discusses an article by Dr. Mark Griffiths in Psychology Today, "Adolescent Social Media Use: How do social media operators facilitate habitual use?" He addresses smartphone notifications, social connection, liking, social competition, dopamine release, and fear of missing out (FOMO).…
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Dr. Weissman shares his thoughts this morning and encourages mindfulness and taking a moment to appreciate some of the finer details of life.
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Ep.4 – Increasing Internet Awareness w/ Special Guest Julius Lopez of Websafe Academy
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21:28In this episode, Dr. Weissman meets with Julius Lopez of WebSafe Academy (www.websafeacademy.com). They discuss some of the hidden factors behind everyday tech use, explore internet safety, and increase overall internet awareness.
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Ep.3 – Internet Addiction Treatment Abroad
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17:57In this 18 minute episode, Dr. Weissman discusses treatment approaches to internet addiction in China. He addresses the treatment facilities as seen in the video, “China’s Web Junkies: Internet Addiction Documentary,” by Op-Docs; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jqctG3NnDa0. Dr. Weissman also talks about the Chinese Internet Giant, Tencent, and how …
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Ep.2 - Discussion of Screen Time Limits with Special Guest, Ellie
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14:04In this 14 minute episode, Dr. Weissman interviews his daughter, Ellie (age 7), on her thoughts about having screen time limited. They also explore how time can be used offline and educational ways she uses her screen time.
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Ep.1 - Fortnite Protest and the Future of Humanity
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14:13In this podcast, Dr. Weissman discusses the future of technology and humanity. The podcast was motivated by an article from kotaku.com about a Fortnite player and YouTuber protesting Epic Games for servers in the Middle East to be able to compete with other gamers who are geographically closer to the servers in Europe (link below). The novel, Ready…
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