Ep 32: Gaming disorder prevention around the world, Spy Kids, and alcohol advertising

In Paper Round this week, Kim and Liz discuss a different kind of research: this was done to find out what various countries around the world are doing to prevent gaming disorder. There is a huge range of responses, and Kim is hoping to use this information to convince the Australian government to take action. The South Korean response is especially interesting, and Liz reflects how helpful it is to have joined-up government.Then in Zooming Out, the hosts discuss some recent changes to alcohol advertising self-regulation in Australia. What counts as advertising? What special measures are there to protect children, and when do they apply? And what about zero-alcohol versions of things that are usually alcoholic? Listen out to get the rundown on these questions and more - and as always you can check out the source docs yourself. Links in the Show Notes.And let us know what you think about alcohol advertising: have you ever seen anything you really didn’t think was right? Would you like to see Liz’s toy monkey?We got a new subscriber in the last week - so welcome! And all subscribers: please, please spread the word about the podcast to your friends and colleagues. It was originally intended for parents of children under 14, but we’ve found it’s of great interest to children’s professionals as well (teachers, paediatricians, child health nurses etc). It only take a minute to …Show notesKing et al paper: Daniel L. King, Paul H. Delfabbro, Young Yim Doh, Anise M. S. Wu & Daria J. Kuss, Ståle Pallesen, Rune Mentzoni, Natacha Carragher & Hiroshi Sakuma, 'Policy and Prevention Approaches for Disordered and Hazardous Gaming and Internet Use: an International Perspective' (2018) 19 Prevention Science 233-249DOI 10.1007/s11121-017-0813-1; https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11121-017-0813-1Spy Kids reviewSpy Kids availability in AustraliaABAC Responsible Marketing Code and Review documentMaking a complaint under the CodeFind us on:FacebookInstagramSubstackApple PodcastsSpotifyOR search your favourite listening platform (let us know if we’re not there! – outsidethescreenpod[at]gmail.com)Children and Media Australia (CMA): Website; KBYG Weekly newsletter; FacebookKim’s clinic Get full access to Outside the Screen Podcast at outsidethescreen.substack.com/subscribe