Understanding Online Addictions: Gaming, Social Media, and Other Online Content
A Licensed Professional Counselor, Jeremy Edge is the Owner and Founder of escapingthe.com. He recently was on the FWCD campus to speak to JK-12 parents/guardians about online addictions.
After personally experiencing the negative effects of gaming disorder, Edge devoted his work to helping those recover from problematic and disordered screen use. He is passionate about helping teenagers and adults obtain a more balanced relationship with screens. Edge helps strengthen family relationships and provides a safe space for those struggling with problematic screen use to find ways to meet their goals.
Escapingthe.com is a counseling practice for those struggling with an Internet addiction or problematic screen use. A Licensed Professional Counselor, Jeremy Edge helps parents comprehend behavioral addictions and the developing brain, understand the various kinds of addictive online content (gaming, social media, and pornography), and provide tools to use at home in helping your child/teen navigate their interaction with technology.