
ScreenStrong Families
After her oldest son, Adam, dropped out of college due to his video game addiction, Melanie Hempe, BSN, put her nursing degree and training from Emory University to good use and founded ScreenStrong. It’s her mission to create educational programs for kids and parents so no one will experience the pain of screen addiction. Her ability to simplify medical science and provide practical solutions for families has allowed her to share her passion and bold screen solutions nationally. ScreenStrong has won the hearts of many families who are preventing and reversing childhood screen conflicts and addiction.
Host of the popular weekly ScreenStrong Families Podcast, Melanie has been featured in Psychology Today, Thrive-Global, The Wall Street Journal, A&E Network, CBS, CNN, NPR, the documentary Screened Out, and various news and television outlets. Her ScreenStrong Kids’ Brains and Screens Courses are available for parents and students. Her four books include, “Kids’ Brains & Screens: A ScreenStrong Student Course,” “Will Your Gamer Survive College?” “Can Your Teen Survive—and Thrive—Without a Smartphone?” and “The ScreenStrong Solution: How to Free Your Child from Addictive Screen Habits.”
ScreenStrong Families
From Chaos to Strength: Navigating ScreenStrong Parenting with Christina Rahm (#180)
Screen confidence becomes even more enriching when we take the time to listen to the experiences of parents who have successfully navigated the challenges ahead. Today, we are privileged to have Christina Rahm, a mother of three, graciously share her family’s transformative journey from screen chaos to a state of screen strength.
Christina candidly offers a glimpse into the chaotic moments when things spiraled out of control in her family—from mealtime meltdowns to moments of disrespect that may resonate with many of us. She doesn’t shy away from portraying the raw truth of their situation.
Christina provides valuable insights into how they managed to break free from the grip of excessive screen time. She delves into the specifics of their detox process, shedding light on their strategies to regain control. As you listen, you’ll gain a vivid picture of what their home looks like post-detox—a testament to the positive changes that can be achieved.
What sets Christina’s story apart is her transparency about their direction and the determination it took to alter that course. By the end of her narrative, you’ll be informed and infused with a sense of hope and confidence. This newfound perspective will undoubtedly inspire you as you prepare to embrace a ScreenStrong Lifestyle in the weeks ahead.
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Production Team:
- Host: Melanie Hempe
- Producer & Audio Editor: Olivia Kernekin