Topic: Adolescent Technology Use: Addiction, Culture, or Both?

How many times have you heard, “my child is always on their phone,” or get asked the question, “How can I make my child get off their phone?” when talking with parents about their teenager. Or how frequently does your teenage client check their phone before, during, and after session? Chances are, if you work with parents, adolescent, and/or children, you are inundated with thoughts and feelings towards technology use. This presentation will take a deep dive into what typical technology use among today’s teenagers is and the culture behind that use. We will identify when technology use crosses the line into addiction. And we will identify strategies to implement for teens with problematic technology and/or identify strategies to aid parents who have a teen on technology.

Presenter: Katie Salmons, LCSW, LCAS, CCS

Katie Salmons, LCSW, LCAS, CCS. Katie Salmons is the owner of her private practice KS Empowers, PLLC, where she primarily works with teenagers and young adults navigating various things including neurodivergence, LGBTQIA+ needs, trauma, anxiety, depression, substance use, technology use, self-harm, and other needs. She is trained in EMDR. Prior to Katie being in private practice, Katie worked in the residential treatment world, where she helped children and teenagers gain safety and skills to return home. Thus, Katie is also a contracted employee with Elevate Family Services as a coach that helps students and families return home from residential settings or prevents children and families from needing them. Katie has a passion for helping all kinds of people, including teaching and presenting.

Cost:

Students: Free

NASW Members: Free

Non-members: $30

Once you pay, your money cannot be refunded and it will be your responsibility to find someone to take your spot if you can no longer attend.

CE: 2 hours. Proof of attendance for CE will be distributed via email within 1 week after the event. Those registering as students will not receive CE for this event.

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