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Why Book ScreenStrong?
We do not compromise the truth or bend to culture.
We provide the gold standard for parents & schools.
When you choose ScreenStrong, you’re embarking on a journey to bring back harmony to your family in today’s digital world. We offer practical solutions and evidence-backed insights that empower listeners to tackle screen time challenges with confidence.
On our podcast and in media interviews, ScreenStrong isn’t just about talk; we’re about making a genuine impact. Our goal is clear: to help families break free from screen addiction and build stronger, healthier connections.
Why Book ScreenStrong?
We do not compromise the truth or bend to culture.
We provide the gold standard for parents & schools.
When you choose ScreenStrong, you’re embarking on a journey to bring back harmony to your family in today’s digital world. We offer practical solutions and evidence-backed insights that empower listeners to tackle screen time challenges with confidence.
On our podcast and in media interviews, ScreenStrong isn’t just about talk; we’re about making a genuine impact. Our goal is clear: to help families break free from screen addiction and build stronger, healthier connections.
Explore Our Most Popular Workshops
90-min ScreenStrong Workshop
In-Person or Live Webinar
Title: Kids’ Brains & Screens* (for ages 18+)
This is our most popular workshop and is derived using content from our Kids’ Brains & Screens Curriculum for parents. Heavy researched topics like how to promote healthy brain development, the difference between screens as well as how social media, video games and pornography affect a developing brain will be covered. Parents will walk away with the ability to make an informed decision when it comes to screen time and personal devices in their home. Solutions and How-to’s will also be covered in this empowering workshop.
Approx. 90min* for presentation and 30min Q&A.
*Additional Versions of The Kids’ Brains & Screens 90-Minute Workshop Include:
- Title: Kids’ Brains & Video Games – emphasis on video games
- Recommended for those needing help with video game overuse
- Title: Kids’ Brains & Social Media – emphasis on social media
- Recommended for those needing help with social media overuse
- Title: Kids’ Brains & Screens: Teacher Edition
- Designed with Teachers in mind
- Title: Little Kids’ Brains & Screens – emphasis on early childhood development
- Recommended for groups of parents with young children
30-min Workshop
In-Person or Live Webinar
Title: Discover ScreenStrong (for all ages)
This workshop is an introduction to ScreenStrong and an overview of our more extensive workshop, Kids’ Brains & Screens. This version is perfect for a conference break-out session, PTA meeting, parent meeting, a short presentation to school/church administration, therapists or doctors' offices, etc. who want to be introduced to ScreenStrong’s message of screen addiction prevention and family solutions.
Approx. 30min for presentation and 30min Q&A.
30-45 min Student and/or Family Workshop
In-Person or Live Webinar
Title: “You are More Than Your Screen”
(ideal for ages 4th-12th grade with or without their caregivers)
This workshop is derived from the ScreenStrong Student Course. Students will learn the facts about basic brain science and how addictive technology like social media and video games affect a healthy brain. They will feel encouraged and excited to live life off the screen. This workshop can be worked into a regular class period or assembly during the school day or presented as a family workshop during anytime of day.
Approx. 40min for presentation and 20min Q&A.
Meet Our Speakers
Melanie Hempe, BSN
ScreenStrong Founder
When her oldest son withdrew from college due to a video game addiction, Melanie Hempe used her nursing degree from Emory University to create a better, science-backed screen solution for her three younger children. The success of these solutions compelled Melanie to found ScreenStrong, a nonprofit that empowers parents to eliminate toxic screen use — and the conflicts they create! — from their home.
ScreenStrong’s proactive, neuroscience-based solution of delaying social media, smartphones, violent video games, and pornography through adolescence has improved the mental health, life skills, and daily life of countless teens and families across the world.
Melanie also hosts the weekly ScreenStrong Families podcast and is the author of the Kids’ Brains and Screens series. Melanie believes it’s never too late to win back your kids and is proud to spread the ScreenStrong message.
Mandee Hamann
Ambassador Liaison | Speaker
Mandee Hamann brings a wealth of experience as a businesswoman and a former Early Childhood/Elementary pastor, and over a decade of youth ministry experience. Mandee has long been dedicated to supporting families and nurturing the growth of young minds.
Driven by her own family’s journey through the challenges with screen use, Mandee became impassioned about promoting a healthier approach to technology use. In 2020, she joined forces with ScreenStrong as an Ambassador, wholeheartedly committed to spreading their empowering message to reclaim the children of this digital age.
Based in Iowa with her three children, Mandee is deeply rooted in her community and tirelessly advocates for the importance of reclaiming real-world connections over digital distractions. Her personal experiences and professional expertise make her a valuable asset in the ongoing mission to empower families and safeguard the well-being of children everywhere.
Dr. Adriana Stacey, M.D.
ScreenStrong Medical Advisor | M.D.
Dr. Stacey is a general psychiatrist. Her work is mainly concentrated on teens and college students. She has a specific interest in how smartphones affect the mental health of children. Dr. Stacey’s insights regarding technology use have been featured recently in the Washington Post, The Today Show, and CNN.
Dr. Stacey has a Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of Alabama and an M.D. from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. She completed her psychiatry training at the University of Wisconsin and is currently in private practice.
Dr. Stacey enjoys speaking to groups of kids/teens, parents, teachers, and healthcare providers. She lives in Fayetteville, Arkansas, with her husband and four children.
Dr. Victoria Dunckley, M.D.
Integrative Psychiatrist & Author
Victoria L. Dunckley, M.D., is an integrative child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist with twelve years’ clinical experience in both the public and private sectors. An active blogger for Psychology Today and speaker to both parents’ groups and clinicians, she emphasizes the impact of lifestyle factors on mental health, particularly the effects of overstimuling electronic screen media on mood, cognition, and behavior. Dr. Dunckley has been interviewed on various television and radio programs regarding her integrative approach, and has contributed as a mental health expert for the Today Show and NBC News. In 2011, Dr. Dunckley was named one of America’s Top Psychiatrists by the Consumer Research Council and won several patient care awards, including Vitals.com’s Patient’s Choice and Compassionate Doctor awards.
Boarded by the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, and the American Board of Integrative Holistic Medicine, she consults frequently with schools, interdisciplinary treatment teams, and the courts, and specializes in working with children and families who have failed previous treatments. By working closely over extended time periods with difficult cases, she uncovers issues that have previously been missed, and uses an approach that integrates traditional psychopharmacology with complementary strategies.
Areas of specialization include tics/Tourette Syndrome, reactive attachment disorder, weight issues related to medication, ADHD, sensory integration issues, trauma/abuse, and mood disorders including bipolar disorder. Her practice is split 50-50 between children/adolescents and adults.
Dr. Richard Freed, PhD
Psychologist & Author
Richard Freed, PhD, is a psychologist and author who has been featured in the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, Atlantic, on NPR and CNBC, and in other media outlets. Dr. Freed is a leading expert on Silicon Valley’s use of persuasive design (psychological manipulation) in social media, video games, and online videos and how that affects children’s health. He wrote the first major media article on the subject; testified at the California State Assembly Judiciary Committee in favor of AB 2408, the Social Media Platform Duty to Children Act (Cunningham and Wicks), which limits the industry’s use of addictive algorithms; co-wrote a journal article on the unethical use of persuasive design on children; and co-led a national campaign encouraging the American Psychological Association to condemn the unethical practice of psychologists employing persuasive design in consumer technologies used by kids.
Freed believes that the knowledge of persuasive design’s transformational and destructive impact on this generation of youth should no longer be the domain of a handful of tech elite. The science-based low-screen childhood now provided only a handful of children and teens must be made available to all kids.
Freed speaks nationally to groups of parents, teachers, and health care providers. Receiving his professional training at Cambridge Hospital / Harvard Medical School and the California School of Professional Psychology, he is on the advisory boards of the Screen Time Action Network at Fairplay, Families Managing Media, and Wait Until 8th. Dr. Freed lives in Walnut Creek, California and is the proud father of two daughters.
Emily Brownlee
ScreenStrong Ambassador
Emily’s mission is clear: to save an entire generation—one child at a time—by helping families and schools make informed, life-changing choices about screen use. As a mother of four, and a former middle & high school teacher, Emily brings both personal experience and professional insight to her work. Emily is an 11-time marathon finisher, demonstrating her commitment to long-term goals, perseverance, and mental toughness—qualities she hopes to instill in future generations.
A proud Iowa Hawkeye and ASU alumnus, Emily combines her academic background with her passion for education and youth development. Emily leads dynamic and empowering workshops for students that focus on the science behind screens and how excessive technology use can impact cognitive function, emotional regulation, academic performance, and physical health. She also conducts specialized training sessions for teachers and parents, equipping them with evidence-based tools and strategies to support healthier habits at home and in the classroom. Her work is grounded in neuroscience and current research, and she is dedicated to helping communities reclaim focus, human connection, and well-being. Her warm, relatable approach allows her to connect deeply with audiences, making her a trusted voice across generations and bridging the gap between youth and adults in the conversation about screen overuse and its impact on childhood development & humanity.
Join Emily on her mission to help guide families toward a lifestyle where screens don’t dominate the household—where children can grow up with self-worth, resilience, courage, and a true sense of belonging. Parents and kids are not alone, and there’s a better path forward.
It’s time to give this generation their childhood back—one child, one family at a time.
ScreenStrong Students
Even Hempe
ScreenStrong Student
Evan navigated high school without the influence of social media and video games. Instead of being glued to screens, he rocked playing piano, participating in sports, and serving as Student Body President. His high school experience demonstrates that a life without constant screen time can be incredibly fulfilling for teenagers.
Evan’s relatable talks encourage audiences to rethink toxic screen exposure and provide parents and teens with an honest yet light-hearted look at the benefits of deviating from the cultural screen norm and the advantages of standing out from the crowd.
Hallie Kate Oldham
ScreenStrong Student
Hallie-Kate has journeyed through her teenage years with no social media influence. This instilled within her the awareness that she doesn’t need outside affirmation or outlooks to determine her identity. Hallie-Kate desires to encourage and testify that living without toxic screens in your adolescent and teen years creates more fulfillment, develops deeper friendships and relationships, and produces the time and space for greater purpose.
Hallie-Kate is ready to fight to reset our brains and is ready to equip and encourage a generation willing to learn how to use technology as a tool and not let technology use them as the tool instead!
Andrew Hempe
ScreenStrong Student
Andrew sailed through middle and high school without a smartphone, social media, or video games, becoming the poster child for ScreenStrong teens. As a sports fan and three-sport athlete, he’s basically the human Swiss Army knife of hobbies. He rocks the violin and piano, and his love for math, literature, philosophy, science, and engineering makes him a proud nerd.
He’s all about building meaningful relationships without screen distractions. Always ready to share his ScreenStrong adventure, Andrew loves to challenge and cheer on others to stand out from the crowd and join the fun of being ScreenStrong.
Lydia Hamann
ScreenStrong Student
Lydia is a passionate young advocate for ScreenStrong. Lydia overcame anxiety and depression after detoxing from Instagram during the pandemic. Since the detox, she has become an accomplished writer and dynamic speaker. She loves getting to speak to students and parents nationwide about her screen story, encouraging them to unplug and connect face-to-face.
Now thriving in college, Lydia is all about making meaningful friendships and enjoying life off the screen, proving that the best moments happen when you’re fully present!
Our Highlights
ScreenStrong’s key features are truly unmatched!
At ScreenStrong, we’ve redefined childhood by pioneering research and actionable solutions that truly work. Our movement stands apart with the fastest solution to end screen conflict, offered abundantly to families worldwide.
Our bold message stands out: we advocate fiercely for children, empowering families to reclaim balanced and meaningful lives in today’s digital age.
Our Impact
At ScreenStrong, our influence runs deep!
We’ve deeply impacted countless young lives with innovative solutions and dedicated support, setting them on a positive path. Our unwavering commitment to advocacy and education has sparked significant change.
Through pioneering tools, we empower parents, schools, and small groups to guide children effectively and reclaim their childhood. Our comprehensive, age-specific educational resources address modern digital complexities.
As leaders in this space, we continue to advance towards healthier screen habits and empowered families.
Signature Topics
Pressing topics to learn more about.
- What is the best age for a smartphone?
- How to delay the age kids get smartphones.
- What are the warning signs of a screen addiction?
- Why parents struggle with managing screen time?
- Detoxing kids from screen time
- The brain science behind childhood screen addiction
- The role of dopamine in screen addiction.
- The most toxic screen use for teenagers.
- Preventing and reversing screen addiction
- Preventing video game addiction.
- Why parents struggle with managing screen time?
Student Topics
Hear it straight from students!
- How to have friends without social media
- Why real life is better than video games
- The benefits of standing out from the crowd
- How to encourage your kids to skip social media & smartphones
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