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Join Ekaterina and licensed professional counselor Alexandra (Alex) Dimoff as they explore the complexities of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and screen addictions in children. Discover how family history and environmental factors contribute to OCD, and learn about effective interventions and therapies.

0:00 – Why video games are so addictive
0:40 – Introduction to guest Alex Dimoff (licensed counselor)
1:16 – Alex’s journey into becoming a therapist
2:00 – What is OCD? Definition and symptoms
3:15 – How OCD develops: predisposition vs. triggers
4:03 – Is screen addiction the same as OCD?
5:22 – Treatment approaches: therapy vs. medication
6:17 – Real client case study (hair pulling & skin picking)
9:11 – Importance of parent participation in therapy
10:06 – Coaching parents to change habits
11:13 – Managing electronics: passwords & device control
11:56 – Why screen addiction happens
15:03 – Peer competition, skins & bragging rights in games
15:49 – Strategies for parents to manage gaming addiction
18:09 – Using timers, warnings, and smooth transitions
18:15 – Handling aggression & consequences
19:44 – What if a child breaks things at home?
21:00 – Do kids outgrow screen addictions?
22:46 – When to seek therapy & what to expect
24:46 – How long therapy typically lasts
26:02 – New obsessions replacing old ones
27:12 – Can OCD last a lifetime? Extreme cases
28:40 – Life events triggering relapse
29:00 – Final advice for parents
29:39 – Where to find Alex Dimoff

Guest Information: Alex Dimoff is a licensed professional counselor specializing in OCD and screen addictions, https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/th...

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