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Redirect Tech Use: What is The Dip?

The Dip is the change in dopamine levels shown in the Thedip video above (press play from a desktop). It is the downside that follows disappointment; we've looked to our device for a small 'hit' and it hasn't been fulfilled. We look for another pick me up and start searching on our phone for any source that might provide it. We get trapped in a vicious cycle of seeking the next small high from our device. It explains why we scroll and our FoMO. It's vital to ensure device use keeps you productive and supports you rather than undermining your mood or leading to worry or anxiety.

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Watch this 2 min video to understand the chemistry behind why behaviour is changing.

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  • Devices are changing our lives and the way our families interact.
     

  • So many of us are dependent. The impact is altering society.
     

  • When we ignore the issue, our children lose their tempers, our partners may be distant and we procrastinate and may succumb to an urge to check our phones.
     

  • The Dip explains what is happening and how to regain control.

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Dr Danielle Einstein

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Danielle is a leading expert in understanding the impact of devices on mental health in teenagers. For 28 years she has developed and researched programs that prevent and treat anxiety, depression and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder.

 

Danielle is an advocate of changes that families and schools need to adopt to ensure healthy use of technology. She is frequently called on by the mainstream media to provide expert opinion. She is passionate about using Clinical Psychology to change our community.

Redirect Anxiety: Dr Danielle Einstein (Anxiety specialist) and Dr Judith Locke (Parenting expert) have a new book coming out about parenting, anxiety and guidelines for technology. Register your email to be the first to find out when it is released.

Thanks for registering we will let you know when the book is out!!

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Dr Danielle Einstein features in Alex's engaging movie. A funny interactive movie for the family to spark small changes.

As shown in the 2024 Santa Barbara International Film Festival

TAME DEVICE USE   |   EASY TO USE GUIDE   |   TIPS AND TRICKS

The Book That Will Revive Your Family

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Danielle's updated book on parenting in the age of technology is coming out soon. Please register your interest to the left.  

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Disclosure

I strive to balance the privacy of my children, friends and work contacts. I think that as parents tackle these situations it is useful to describe specific examples. When I refer to these examples (either in my blog or on The Dip Community Facebook page), they may be situations that I have experienced or those that I have been told through various sources. I will always write as a mum with a Clinical Psychologist expertise. I may describe my daughter or son, in which case, please be aware that I may not actually be referring to my own children.

Support for Mental Health

Remember support for mental health is available: talk to someone you trust, visit a health professional in your area, or contact a telephone/online support/advice service: In Australia, options are:
 

Lifeline 131114


@LifelineAust


@beyondblue


@KidsHelplineAU


@headspace_aus

Clinical Psychologist Dr Danielle Einstein outlines simple practical steps that families can take to reclaim their families from the grip of the insidious screen addiction creep. I used my pencil and underlined great ideas on nearly every page. The practical steps are backed by current research and down to earth “Einstein” recommendations that make a whole lot of sense. The book is a short and easy read but packs a lot of punch.”

 

I recommend that every family gets a copy and reads it before having a family meeting to create their own Tech agreement.”

 

Well done Dr Einstein.”

DARON PRATT

CHILDREN'S PASTOR, CREATIVE, INFLUENCER, EVANGELIST & ACTIVIST  

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