The Mentally Distressing Toll of Technology on Our Youth

In February of 2025, Polk Vision coordinated a series of training sessions specifically tailored for Polk County Public Schools counselors and administrators.
Dr. Lisa Strohman

This information was provided by renowned author and expert Dr. Lisa Strohman, a licensed clinical psychologist, attorney, and author widely recognized as a leading expert on youth technology addiction and the psychological impact of digital media on children and families. She is the Co-Author of “Digital Distress: Growing Up Online” and “Unplug: Raising Kids In a Technology Addicted World.”  She is also the founder and director of the Digital Citizen Academy and co-founder of the Technology Wellness Center  

Polk Vision, in partnership with the Board of County Commissioners, Health & Human Services Division, coordinated specially developed training to over 300 Polk County Public Schools staff members to better inform Polk County Public Schools staff about the challenges and dangers of young people being surrounded by technology.

Superintendent Heid sat down with Dr. Lisa Strohman for a podcast interview and discussion on the topic of the very real consequences of unhealthy digital device use by students.
99 Polk County Public Schools counselors attended a train-the-trainer session led by Dana Chandler hosted by the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.

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