Breaking the Trance A Practical Guide for Parenting the ScreenDependent Child (Audible Audio Edition) George T Lynn Cynthia C Johnson Charlie Varon Central Recovery Press Books
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Screen media use (accessing digital content on tablets, cell phones, etc.) is quickly replacing traditional family time, and there is an accepted view that nothing can be done. With few resources available, many parents are driven to the challenge of looking for a new framework to make the best decisions for their families.
Written as an easy-to-follow guide for parents who want to understand recreational screen media use in their homes, Breaking the Trance does not blame parents, nor vilifies technology as a whole, but rather provides easy and effective strategies to implement immediately. Using clinical examples and specific guidelines, the authors equip parents with tools for measuring the presence of an issue with screen media use toward getting screen-dependency under control. Ultimately, parents will be able to establish a screen control plan based on their own family's values that works and can be enforced.
George T. Lynn, MA, LMHC, is a psychotherapist from Bellevue, Washington, who has pioneered the use of psychotherapy for adults and children with neuropsychological issues. George is author of four previous books on the topic of parenting children with neurological differences and has appeared on National Public Radio, Air America, and the Maury Povich Show to talk about his work with children who exhibit extreme behavior problems.
Cynthia C. Johnson, MA, is an educator and founding director of the Venture Program at Bellevue College, the first degree program in the nation designed for students challenged with learning and intellectual disabilities. She holds a Master's Degree in Educational Administration.
Breaking the Trance A Practical Guide for Parenting the ScreenDependent Child (Audible Audio Edition) George T Lynn Cynthia C Johnson Charlie Varon Central Recovery Press Books
Wow! A ground-breaking book that explains a problem affecting all of us, and balances these concerns with practical, realistic strategies, some of which are so easy that anyone can pull it off with their kids (and themselves). I now own 2 copies, one for myself and one for my waiting room (I'm a mental health therapist).This material has been useful every single day in my clinical practice. I'm beginning to notice a direct relationship between amount of my clients' screen time and their level of skill and maturation, which affects areas such as managing emotions, tolerating distress, independent thinking and problem solving, decision making, self-awareness, self-esteem, self-regulation, the list goes on.... The relationship between "learned helplessness" and screen dependence makes a lot of sense to me. In order to enjoy healthy relationships, and feel / be effective in the world the field of neuroscience has already established the need for having a range of experiences in daily life in order for the brain to function properly. So many areas of development that are directly related to a person's quality of life depend on having many years of experience, hands-on practice, and the ability to attach personal meaning to one's life experiences. It would follow that screen dependence=brain training for over-dependence on immediate gratification and information from outside sources. What fails to develop (or is underdeveloped) are inner resources for guiding one's unique sense of purpose, identity, imagination, coping strategies and other foundational skills for quality of life.
After reflecting on my own screen-dependence issues (i.e., becoming more tightly tethered to my "smart" phone, iPad, laptop), I'm recognizing a reduction in my own ability to maintain focus, direct and shift my attention, a reduction in the authenticity of my thoughts and ideas, and an increased craving for media input. An eye-opening book for me. Lots of parent-friendly, down-to-earth suggestions that I can use in my practice. Breaking the Trance goes on my must-read list for my supervisees and clients (and my own children, too, once I get my own screen dependence under control!).
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Breaking the Trance A Practical Guide for Parenting the ScreenDependent Child (Audible Audio Edition) George T Lynn Cynthia C Johnson Charlie Varon Central Recovery Press Books Reviews
I wrote a review earlier but don't see it here and so I'm writing this again because I really want to comment on this book. It is a must read for parents, and for anyone interacting with children. It is so timely - our children are on tablets, telephones, computers and TV screens. The book is very easy to read with all kinds of illustrations and graphs to aid the reader. I didn't realize the consequences our children face in the future if we don't help them. I also like that it's written by a psychotherapist and a highly credentialed educator. There are pages of footnotes - this book was well researched. I am telling all my friends to buy this book!
I cannot express how grateful I am for this book! I was skeptical at first but tried out the suggestions and I really can see it transformed our son's mood and behavior.
This book is absolutely awesome! I Highly recommend it for families struggling to spend time together or individuals just wanting more out of life! The negative impact that technology is having on our kids and people in general are alarming. Digital overuse is negatively affecting our relationships, morality and communication. Reading Breaking the Trance really woke me up!
This book has changed my kids for the better.My kids (ages 5 and 8) were addicted to their tablets. My efforts to enforce screen time resulted in fighting and constant begging for "five more minutes." They never wanted to go outside and they never played with their toys. All they wanted to do when they came home from school was play on their tablets or watch T.V. and it was a fight to get them to do anything else. Plus my 1st grader was having behavior problems at school. After seeing some articles about the effects of screen time on kids, I did some more research and found this book. As a result, I took away their tablets in January and haven't given them back (it's now October), and they don't watch any TV during the week and maybe watch a movie on the weekend. Now my kids play outside, read more, play with their toys. If they're bored, they find something to occupy their time. My son (now 2nd grade) isn't perfect, but his behavior at school has improved noticeably. I highly recommend this book.
A gift to parents who are trying to navigate this new frontier. Screen dependence is and epidemic that seems to have infected us overnight.
This book is a clearly written, in depth analysis of the issue and its implications. The brilliance of this book lies in its practical approach. As each aspect of this multifaceted problem is explored, an evidence-based, systematic guide is provided with tools to tackle it head on.
Thank you to the authors for addressing the ongoing problem of the unbridled access our kids have to their devices in class. We need to work together with our teachers and administrators to implement and enforce a zero-recreational screen media policy.
I highly recommend this book for parents, grandparents, counselors, physicians and educators with this much-needed roadmap for taking back control over these devices. If we work together, we can tamp down the rampant proliferation of screen dependence, to the benefit of our children, our families and our society.
This is an important book for our times. As a retired educator and grandma of five, I noted how early our youngsters are becoming glued to the screen. The discomfort we all felt in trying to break from the screen is evident even for the adults let alone the kids! I heard the authors speak on a local talk radio show and immediately ordered the book. Seeing the research on brain changes, personality shifts is truly compelling. The suggestions on how to work as a family to wean the screen is vital for today's families. I have already recommended this widely on social media and think it is important work for our age!
Wow! A ground-breaking book that explains a problem affecting all of us, and balances these concerns with practical, realistic strategies, some of which are so easy that anyone can pull it off with their kids (and themselves). I now own 2 copies, one for myself and one for my waiting room (I'm a mental health therapist).
This material has been useful every single day in my clinical practice. I'm beginning to notice a direct relationship between amount of my clients' screen time and their level of skill and maturation, which affects areas such as managing emotions, tolerating distress, independent thinking and problem solving, decision making, self-awareness, self-esteem, self-regulation, the list goes on.... The relationship between "learned helplessness" and screen dependence makes a lot of sense to me. In order to enjoy healthy relationships, and feel / be effective in the world the field of neuroscience has already established the need for having a range of experiences in daily life in order for the brain to function properly. So many areas of development that are directly related to a person's quality of life depend on having many years of experience, hands-on practice, and the ability to attach personal meaning to one's life experiences. It would follow that screen dependence=brain training for over-dependence on immediate gratification and information from outside sources. What fails to develop (or is underdeveloped) are inner resources for guiding one's unique sense of purpose, identity, imagination, coping strategies and other foundational skills for quality of life.
After reflecting on my own screen-dependence issues (i.e., becoming more tightly tethered to my "smart" phone, iPad, laptop), I'm recognizing a reduction in my own ability to maintain focus, direct and shift my attention, a reduction in the authenticity of my thoughts and ideas, and an increased craving for media input. An eye-opening book for me. Lots of parent-friendly, down-to-earth suggestions that I can use in my practice. Breaking the Trance goes on my must-read list for my supervisees and clients (and my own children, too, once I get my own screen dependence under control!).
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