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Top 5 Signs of Adolescent Technology Addiction

By Stephen C. Schultz Top 5 Signs of Adolescent Technology Addiction I recently received some fascinating insights about gaming and technology use from a good friend of mine, Chris Mulligan, LCSW. Chris is the founder of the Cyber Addiction Recovery Center , located in Culver City, CA. He shared with me a list of the top five signs of technology addiction in teens. Chris and I had the opportunity to spend some time with students enrolled at Oxbow Academy in rural Utah. These students face a variety of challenges, but a recurring theme seems to be their relationship with technology. The Fine Line of Healthy Technology Use Can technology be used in a healthy way? Absolutely. When managed appropriately, technology offers countless opportunities for teens to excel, learn new skills, and even explore future career paths. However, it’s a delicate balance—one that requires parents to stay engaged and regularly check in with their teens about their technology habits. Here ...