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How Screens Hurt Kids’ Brains: A Conversation with Dr. Victoria Dunckley, MD (#228)

How Screens Hurt Kids’ Brains: A Conversation with Dr. Victoria Dunckley, MD (#228)

Update: 2025-02-261
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In this episode, Melanie welcomes Dr. Victoria Dunckley, an integrative psychiatrist and author of Reset Your Child’s Brain: A Four-Week Plan to End Meltdowns, Raise Grades, and Boost Social Skills by Reversing the Effects of Electronic Screen Time. This conversation, taken from a previous interview, highlights how Victoria’s early work with troubled children and adolescents led her to research the profound effects of screen time on young minds. She introduces the concept of Electronic Screen Syndrome and explains how excessive screen use impacts children's emotions, behavior, and cognitive function. With her hands-on experience and medical expertise, Victoria provides valuable insights into why reducing screen exposure is critical for a child's well-being.

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  • Host: Melanie Hempe
  • Producer & Audio Editor: Olivia Kernekin
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How Screens Hurt Kids’ Brains: A Conversation with Dr. Victoria Dunckley, MD (#228)

How Screens Hurt Kids’ Brains: A Conversation with Dr. Victoria Dunckley, MD (#228)

Melanie Hempe, BSN / Dr. Victoria Dunckley, MD