“From habit to hobby”
GameAware is hosting a professional development workshop with the aim of empowering mental health professionals with the tools to help clients who are gaming excessively or at risk of a Gaming Disorder. The group programs that have been so successful with gamers and their families have worked either as a prevention or an intervention strategy. Anecdotal results from the past 4 years of holiday programs with the support of Headspace have shown significantly positive results and the PD will share de-identified data.
For: Mental health professionals interested in helping young people who struggle with excessive gaming or gaming disorder.
Date: May 9th, 2019
Time: 9:30am - 3:00pm
Cost: $350
Location: Highett Neighbourhood Community House – 2 Livingston St, Highett, 3190
Featuring:
Insight into the culture and psychology of video games and motivation
Sharing results on 3 years of holiday programs that have had a significant amount of success
A hands on gaming experience
Access to a 6 week online resource and discount codes to help with struggling clients
Find us on facebook @gameaware
Venue: Highett Neighbourhood Community House, 2 Livingston St, Highett
Register for the PD here
Testimonials
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pg9SmIh2-UE