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I’m excited for 2020. A big thank you to the great people at the AMP Tomorrow Fund for this generous grant money. GameAware will now be able to grow beyond Melbourne into rural areas as well as interstate with a program that is completely mobile. Their generous offer means that we can now afford the gaming laptops and VR headsets …
GameAware was recently featured on The Sunday Project, where I was interviewed by Tommy Little as we spoke about what goes on in group programs and what GameAware is all about. The highlight of the video is definitely the interview with two of the program’s participants where they banter with Tommy, after beating him handily in our social gaming session. …
“From habit to hobby” Group Programs have been helping families find the sweet spot for gaming for over 5 years now. Professional development workshops have helped bridge the gap between mental health professionals and their gaming clients, allowing them to connect better and do the important resilience work. Check out the upcoming events and programs on the calendar: April 2024 …
I had the opportunity to talk to Brian Bain and Darby Rollins this year about the issue of performance in Esports and the factors that affect it. We got to cover a lot of topics surrounding wellbeing and gaming and how Esports is unsustainable in its current form. I would hate to see a future where Esports didn’t live up …
In a world where gaming addiction is on the rise, and at the same time, we are seeing the benefits of gaming and grassroots esports, you can see how confusing and contradictory the different narratives can be around gaming. First off, gaming disorder is not easy to diagnose, but you don’t have to have a gaming disorder to need a …
Who are we? Valor Esports is an Australian esports training platform that uses high-performance sports coaching models to change the way players learn and practice competitive gaming. Our purpose To empower esports players around the world to achieve their full potential and realise their dreams through cutting-edge learning, innovative solutions, and a commitment to excellence. We strive to develop disciplined …
Coaching – Incursions – Excursions Team Bliss and GameAware have partnered to bring you a safe approach to Esports player development because problematic and passionate gaming can look very similar. Let us help you create a safe and sustainable pathway for passionate gamers with intelligent, holistic strategies for today’s cognitive athlete. Contact Brendan Harms at: bharms@teambliss.com.au or call (07) 2104 7851
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If video games are considered a form of entertainment for children that they will grow out of, the idea that parents need to find games they like playing is absurd. However, if video games are a new form of media, like books, films and music, understanding it first hand is a powerful way for parents and guardians to know how …
I was lucky enough to have another chat with The Project. This time we spoke about screen time during lockdowns, and whether or not it was all doom and gloom. How much is too much? Try the parent quizWhat can I do to help my kids?Prevent a problem while they are young
TLDR China has implemented a law to restrict gaming time for minors to 3 hours a week, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, between 8 and 9pm. China instructed gaming companies to prevent children playing outside these times, and the government will be tracking how well game companies are enforcing this. This extreme level of restriction and intervention will not only be …
ABC iView has a fantastic program for parents that is able to break down a lot of gaming culture and answer frequently asked questions. We were invited to talk about the state of Esports and the the positive and negative impacts it can have. We believe Esports has tremendous potential to bring high quality gaming experiences while teaching important personal …
