Elaine Uskoski Blog
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The blog aims at educating parents on the risk factors associated with video game addiction. Elaine is an Author, Speaker, Coach for Video Gaming Addiction.
Elaine Uskoski Blog
1M ago
When coaching those with disordered or addictive video gaming, I come to recognize that this online activity can also foster a range of transferable life skills that are valuable in various in-person contexts. Whether it’s problem-solving, teamwork, or strategic thinking, video gamers often develop competencies that can benefit them in education, careers, and personal growth. ..read more
Elaine Uskoski Blog
2M ago
Gen Z is among the generations most concerned with climate change. In fact, a Pew Research report found that 76% of US Gen Zers consider climate change to be one of their biggest concerns, and 37% say it is their top concern. This concern for our planet’s future is having a direct impact on mental ..read more
Elaine Uskoski Blog
3M ago
If you’re a parent of an addicted gamer, you understand the emotional upheaval this can create in your home. Children often communicate their emotions through their behaviours. These emotions range from irritability or sadness, isolation or clinginess, to full on meltdowns or despondency. Sometimes the emotions are heightened while they play video games, and sometimes ..read more
Elaine Uskoski Blog
4M ago
Having a self-care practice, that includes rest, is crucial when dealing with an addicted child because it allows parents to maintain their own physical, emotional, and mental well-being amidst the challenges and stressors of supporting their child through addiction. Caring for an addicted child can be emotionally draining, overwhelming, and all-consuming, often leading to feelings ..read more
Elaine Uskoski Blog
5M ago
Parents I speak with are often bewildered as to why their child wants to play so many hours of video games. And what’s even more astounding for them to understand is why their gamer watches other gamers play online in tournaments. Many gamers also love to attend tournament esports events in large stadiums where they ..read more
Elaine Uskoski Blog
6M ago
When coaching families struggling with a video gaming addicted child, I find that sometimes my strategies are met by parents who have great difficulty trying to establish and maintain boundaries. Opening a dialogue about gaming addiction can be met with resistance, defensiveness, or denial from the child, making it more difficult to create parameters and ..read more
Elaine Uskoski Blog
7M ago
We are coming near the end of 2023, a very busy year for me in terms of speaking engagements and business travel. And an active year spent getting to know many families, mental health practitioners, and even those in the esports industry. In 2024 I am committed to a year of continuing to create education ..read more
Elaine Uskoski Blog
8M ago
In the not-so-distant past, gaming was confined to living rooms and basements. Now, esports has evolved from a niche subculture to a global phenomenon, captivating millions of fans and attracting significant investments. But to many parents of compulsive and addicted gamers, looking to become the next esports rock star, they see this industry as a ..read more
Elaine Uskoski Blog
9M ago
If you’re a parent of a video gamer, you have likely taken notice of either your own or your child’s monthly bank statement or credit card tally showing in-game purchases. Some of these transactions are for smaller amounts, while others may be larger, but regardless, they can certainly start to add up to significant sums ..read more
Elaine Uskoski Blog
10M ago
Your child loves to play video games. They will dedicate hours upon hours to hone their gaming skills. And they believe they are going to make a career of gaming in Esports. Your child believes they will be the next top-earning Esports star. As a parent, you may be concerned about the risks of supporting ..read more