Dr Dunckley

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Integrative Child, Adolescent and Adult Psychiatrist | Internationally recognized expert on the negative impacts of screen time on the developing brain | Author, Reset Your Child's Brain My mission is to provide parents with kinder, gentler interventions for optimizing children's mental health, and to make changes that produce both short and long term gains. I frequently write and post others' art

icles about environmental effects--since these are things we can change--including the far-reaching effects of electronics and screentime on mood, behavior, cognition and social skills. As an integrative practitioner, I'm always looking for natural evidence-based treatments (supplements, food-based, exercise, light/circadian treatments, etc) that not only improve symptoms but reduce reliance on psychotropic medications.

07/23/2025

Half of children show signs of phone addiction, study finds

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The study suggests that the number of hours children spend in front of screens does not predict mental health problems — but signs of addiction do

07/22/2025

MH Tip of the WK: Avoid microwaving foods and beverages. (If you do, stand >8 ft away.) Microwaving annihilates nutrients via radiation.

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07/21/2025

Parents' excessive screentime contributes to "problematic internet use" in children

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However, the report concluded that parents cannot be solely responsible for safeguarding children online

07/19/2025

Your phone affects your relationship with your child-even when you are not using it.

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A new study suggests that parents’ social media use negatively affects kids — even when they put the phone away...

07/18/2025

Nature's Rx: Green-Time's Effects on ADHD

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While screen time has disorganizing effects on the nervous system, green time helps to integrate it. In fact, research suggests greenery improves cognition and impulse control.

07/17/2025

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Some young users cope with behavioral problems linked to excessive screen time, such as aggression or anxiety, by taking refuge - in screens.

07/16/2025

Kids and Screens Are a Toxic Combo

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Yet another study proves that screen time has adverse effects on children, including anxiety, emotional irregulation, low self-esteem, aggression, conduct problems, and attention struggles.

07/15/2025

MH Tip of the Wk: For kids who have trouble regulating mood, avoid overstimulating cartoons. Try old Disney movies instead. (e.g. Pinocchio)

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07/14/2025

Screen time crisis: Experts warn disappearing traditional toys are harming childrens' brains.

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New findings suggest that the type of toy a parent buys, or even makes at home, plays a significant role in a toddler’s brain development, creativity, and socia...

07/11/2025

Food, Inflammation, and Autism: Is There a Link?

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Research suggests food sensitivity reactions might trigger autism pathology —as early as the womb.

07/10/2025

Children's mental health harmed by excessive screen time.

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LIFESTYLE NEWS - South Africans spend more...

07/09/2025

Texas Bans All Smartphones in Classrooms for Upcoming September

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Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed a bill into law that bans students K-12 from using their cell phones during the school day...

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My mission is to provide children with kinder, gentler interventions for optimizing brain health, and to make changes that produce both short and long term gains. I frequently write and post others' articles about environmental effects--since these are things we can change--including the far-reaching effects of electronics and screen-time on mood, behavior, cognition and social skills. As an integrative practitioner, I'm always looking for natural evidence-based treatments (supplements, food-based, exercise, light/circadian treatments, etc) that not only improve symptoms but reduce reliance on psychotropic medications. I welcome people to share their stories!