BitTorrent Networks BitTorrent networks are networks of computers that connect to each other to share data and electronic files. These networks are also called peer-to-peer (P2P) networks because individual computers make up the BitTorrent network. These P2P networks are typically used to share and transfer large files such as television programs, video clips, and songs.…
DetailsDigital Disruption is the Technology Wellness Center’s answer to parents who feel that their children’s ADHD or anxiety symptoms are out of control. We apply this to children who are on medications to treat their disorders or for those who simply have a mild form of the disorders. We have found that a Digital…
DetailsMost of us have had occasions where we come across video footage or a photo on our social media feeds that make us feel ill. Briefly viewing horrible images, while traumatic at the time, is usually forgotten quickly as we move through life encoding new happier memories that replace the negative ones. However, if…
DetailsThe Real Cost of Convenience is Named Alexa Amazon is arguably the overall winner from the holidays. Everyone I know did a majority of their shopping this year in the comfort of their home. It is what Amazon does; they sell you everything you need from groceries to clothes to toys and everything in-between.…
DetailsTechnology Addiction is a Label It is not a surprise that we are living in a world dominated by technology and that parents are frustrated by the overload of technology on their children. However, the idea of having an addiction to technology is new and it is gaining widespread attention. So what is a technology…
DetailsIn just a little over one week, Pokémon Go has made more than $14 million, and has roughly 9.5 million active daily users, with numbers continuing to grow. It is estimated that the gaming app is on 5 percent of smartphones. It is a phenomenon that has taken the globe by storm. If you aren’t…
DetailsParents often like to believe that their child would never engage in any untoward behavior, such as smoking, drinking, sexting, or bullying. However, there are far too many parents who are shocked back into reality when they learn just how scandalous their teenager is behaving. One question that often comes from the parents we see…
DetailsMany parents, including the experts at the Technology Wellness Center, have wondered whether there was a relationship between gaming and school performance. We have heard from parents who wonder whether their average student could become above average if their gaming was decreased or eliminated. Luckily, some answers are starting to come forth. Unfortunately, research is…
DetailsKik is a free messenger app that can be downloaded on cell phones, IPods and other devices not associated with a telephone number. The app permits members to privately message one another, which appeals to members who aren’t interested in the public messaging services from Facebook or cell phones. The app is intended for users…
DetailsWe often hear about withdrawal symptoms in the context of alcohol or drug abuse. Withdrawal occurs when an individual abruptly stops using a substance that their body has become accommodated to and thinks it needs. Withdrawal symptoms of alcohol or drug use can include: Anxiety or jumpiness Shaking or tremors Excessive sweating Nausea and vomiting…
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