Episode 7: Gaming

This one tackles the elephant in the room! Online gaming and gaming in general is a constant that has parents and teenagers at loggerheads. In this episode we talk about gaming addiction, how to communicate with teenagers about their gaming habits, and some popular myths including the one about violent & aggressive games. We also explore the benefits of gaming! This and a lot more on this episode of Wired & Wise Podcast.The expert on the show is Dr. Mahima Sahi. She is a renowned Psychologist with over 7 years of experience and 2800+ hours in active therapy, specialising in adolescent mental health and parenting. Having served in pivotal roles, including Chief Psychologist at heyy, Singapore, she brings a wealth of knowledge and insights from her extensive research and experience, aiming to empower parents and teens in navigating the complexities of the digital world. The show is hosted by Aniruddha Pawade who is an ex radio professional and a Podcaster. He runs his podcast company suprwork. DisclaimerThis podcast is for informational purposes only and shouldn't be taken as diagnostic. If you need a diagnosis or specific guidance, please consult a professional psychologist.Some relevant helplinesNational cyber crime reporting portal- https://cybercrime.gov.inChildline India: 1098. This helpline provides emergency assistance to children in need and is available 24/7.Vandrevala Foundation Free counselling: +91-9999666555. Offers mental health support for individuals dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, and other mental health concerns.Aasra Helpline: +91-9820466726. Specializes in providing support to individuals dealing with suicide.Snehi Helpline: Telephone:+91-9582208181; SMS:+91-9582208181. Focuses on providing emotional support to individuals in distress, especially adolescents.iCall Helpline: 022-25521111 / 9152987821 or https://icallhelpline.org. Offers free telephone and email-based counselling services, to individuals in emotional and psychological distress, across age, language, gender, sexual orientation and issues, through a team of qualified and trained mental health professionals.