In our increasingly digital world, unhealthy media and device use (MDU) has emerged as a significant concern, particularly for youth. This presentation provides an overview of what constitutes "unhealthy" MDU, emphasizing its psychological and behavioral impacts. The presenters will review key interview questions designed to uncover patterns of excessive use, emotional triggers, and consequences.

Eligible for 1 CE credit.

Learning Objectives:
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:

Discuss various evaluation tools, including standardized and functional rating scales and real-time monitoring technologies, to effectively assess the extent and nature of unhealthy MDU.
Describe how these assessments can inform cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) interventions, helping individuals develop healthier media habits.
Explain how the two case studies presented illustrate the use of assessment in treatment planning.

Qualification Level Required: S

Instructional Level: Intermediate

Target Audience: Clinical psychologists, Educational diagnosticians, Mental health professionals

*Participants wishing to receive continuing education (CE) credit must attend the entire webinar and complete the postwebinar evaluation form. Once participants have completed the evaluation, your letter of attendance will be available for immediate download from your account. PAR is approved by the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) to provide continuing education for psychologists. PAR’s NASP APS Provider Number is 1051. PAR is approved by the American Psychological Association (APA) to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. PAR is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed mental health counselors #MHC-0274. PAR is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Psychology as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed psychologists #PSY-0226. PAR maintains responsibility for this program and its content.

Dr. Jessica Stewart Psy.D.

Licensed Clinical Psychologist, drjessicastewart@gmail.com, Jessica L. Stewart, Psy.D., LLC

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