Tag Archives: video games

Last Updated May 23, 2025

AI and Screen-based Technologies for Neurodivergent Kids

November 7, 2025 - No Comments

While games can be a great way to develop executive functions, AI and technology offers many other opportunities for learning

What Do Parents Think About Their Children’s Use of AI, Video Games, and Other Digital Media?

September 29, 2025 - No Comments

Screens are everywhere, an if you are raising a child in 2025, there is no avoiding them. Psychologists and pediatricians

Becoming a Coaching Pro: Guiding Your Child’s Learning of Executive Functions

June 6, 2025 - No Comments

In previous articles, we’ve discussed executive functions and choosing the right games. Now, let’s talk about your role as a

Managing Screen Time: Finding the Right Balance

June 2, 2025 - No Comments

Screen time has benefits for learning, but many kids spend way too much time glued to their devices. It’s crucial

What Exactly Are Executive Functions? A Parent’s Guide

May 5, 2025 - No Comments

What Exactly Are Executive Functions? A Parent’s Guide: How gameplay can practice and improve executive functions
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Harnessing the Power of Games and Technology for Kids with ADHD

December 10, 2024 - No Comments

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a developmental disorder characterized by persistent patterns of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. It can

From Screen Time to Family Time: Why Gaming with Your Kids is a Good Move

April 26, 2024 - No Comments

Learning about your child’s relationship to screen time can be challenging, especially when it comes to managing screen time and

Six Reasons Kids Should Play Fantasy Football

November 8, 2022 - No Comments

It’s September: time for football! But as a child neuropsychologist, I am reluctant to encourage parents to have their children

How Playing Video Games with Your Children Can Help Them Develop Their Organization Skills

July 25, 2020 - No Comments

Parents can get pretty creative when it comes to finding strategies to help their kids stay organized. They spend loads

Should You Set Limits on Your Child’s Screen Time?

May 7, 2020 - No Comments

It is very common for patients to ask me whether they need to set limits on their children’s screen time.

Resources for Teen Mental Health

March 27, 2020 - No Comments

Finding the best mental health Internet resources for teens is not easy. Teenagers looking for information about general mental health

Growing Up With Technology: Navigating the Digital Landscape at School and at Home

March 2, 2020 - No Comments

I will have the honor of presenting at the 2020 Complex Learners Conference sponsored by the Wolf School on March