Description:

Electronically Dependent Generation: The Impact on Play Therapy is an intriguing, informational training that gives the history of development of electronic devices and screens, the average use of these devices, and the impact on individuals and relationships. The training explains how video games, social media, and other forms of technology are intentionally designed to trigger the reward centers in our brains, making it very challenging to break away from them even when we know we need to. The extensive psychological and behavioral symptoms resulting from the use of devices and screens will be presented, as well as the physical effects on our central nervous systems, brains, and bodies. The influence of screens on our bodies manifests itself in our behaviors and our thoughts. Screen management solutions, ground rules for technology, and steps to break technology habits will be given for implementing at home and in the classroom. This training also includes a journal article for participants in the On-Demand version of the training.

Cost:

$105.00

Learning Objectives:

1. Recall the history of electronic devices and screens for your play therapy practice
2. Analyze the amount of time spent on devices and screens in your play therapy practice
3. Identify the impact of devices and screens on relationships in your play therapy practice
4. Explain how video games are designed to trigger reward centers in the brain in your play therapy practice
5. Describe the psychological, behavioral, and physical impact of devices and screens in your play therapy practice
6. List screen management solutions, ground rules for technology, and steps to break technology habits in your play therapy practice

Journal Article:

http://dx.doi.org/10.1037/pla0000104

How to Get the Journal Article:

**Additional $17.95 purchase of APA PsycNet journal article is required for non-APT members. If you are an existing APT member, please see below for instructions on how to access the journal article.**

To access the journal article:

APT members can access current and past journal articles via the American Psychological Association website. 

1. Visit the APA website: http://my.apa.org
2. Request your password by clicking “Forgot your password or email/username?” and entering the email address APT has on file for you. 
3. Then create a new password.  
4. Once logged in to the APA website, you can use the link provided in the training to access the article.
5. Read the article and complete the quiz.

Non-APT members can purchase the journal article on this website: http://my.apa.org

1. Click the link provided in the training to access the article.
2. Click “Get Access on the APA website.”
3. Purchase PDF.
4. Read the article and complete the quiz.

Presenter:

Jaime Colatriano

LPC-S, RPT-S, EMDR Somatic Experiencing™ Practitioner in Training

Jaime has been a private practice counselor at the Center for Counseling and Family Relationships since 2014. She graduated with a degree from the University of North Texas. Jaime works with children (aged 3+), adolescents, and adults, specializing in trauma and giftedness in play therapy. Previously, Jaime worked for an Early Childhood Intervention Program for 5 years, where she collaborated with children and their families to obtain appropriate services.