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Recovered Gaming Addict Shares His Story And Advice (Encore)

December 15, 2025

Frustrated with his obsession with video gaming, Cam Adair wrote a post about his struggles that went viral. This led to his starting a movement that has brought together thousands to work to create a balanced life at Gamequitters.com. Cam is an international speaker who shares his story about gaming addiction and offers well tested advice to youth and their parents.

Expert:

Cam Adair

 

Episode Resources:

Game Quitters

Game Quitters Parent Support Group

Afterschool Alliance 

 

Additional Resources:

How to bring the Screenagers movies to your community

Screenagers Website

 

Time Code:

00:00 Introduction

00:38 Meet Cam Adair: From Gamer to Advocate

01:57 Cam's Personal Struggles with Gaming

06:42 Turning Point: Seeking Help and Recovery

09:48 Founding Game Quitters

11:11 Impact of COVID on Gaming Habits

13:37 Advice for Parents and Kids

22:15 Final Thoughts and Resources

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