Mary Catherine Liscinski, LPC
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I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Life Coach. I am certified to treat Digital Addiction. www.livingin3d.net
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Solutions to dependence on technology
After spending countless hours researching what helps build a healthy brain - or restore one harmed by excessive screen use - it is clear that spending time in nature is one of the most effective courses of action. I’ve always loved being in nature, and I’m excited to share some of the incredible, specific ways it benefits us. Nature offers a wealth of benefits to our mental health, physical health, and cognitive abilities, which, in turn, positively affect our relationships, academic performance, and workplace readiness.
By Mary Catherine Liscinski, LPC11 months ago in Families
Technology Addiction
Video games and social media are intentionally designed to capture and maintain your attention, often utilizing psychological strategies to foster addiction. In fact, some technology companies have employed psychologists specifically to teach them the mechanics of addiction, then integrating those elements into their games and platforms. Dr. Peter Whybrow, a renowned neuroscientist at UCLA, has described electronic screens and video games as “electronic cocaine,” highlighting their powerful impact on the brain. Remember, cocaine was first thought of by doctors, and therefore the public, as a safe panacea for all your ailments. It only took about 50 years to realize how dangerous it is. Let’s not let that much time go by with screen overuse.
By Mary Catherine Liscinski, LPC12 months ago in Families
