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Healthy Gaming Habits for Kids 

Healthy Gaming Habits for Kids 
October 3, 2025
Matt Flynn, MS, CCLS
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Video games are a big part of childhood today — but what does healthy gaming really look like?

On the latest episode of the Young & Healthy podcast, host Bo McMillian talks with Child Life Specialist Matt Flynn about video games, screen time, and how families can approach gaming with balance. 

Matt shares insights on: 

  • How passive scrolling differs from active video gaming 
  • How electronics can support — and sometimes challenge — child development 
  • How kids can learn gaming skills and apply them in real life 
  • How to keep kids safe while gaming online 
  • How to ensure gaming connects kids instead of isolating them 

Whether you’re a parent, educator, or gamer yourself, this episode is packed with practical tips on screen time, healthy gaming habits, and supporting children’s growth. Plug in and join the conversation. 

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About the author: Matt Flynn, MS, CCLS

Matt Flynn, MS, CCLS, is a certified child life specialist in the Division of Child Life & Integrative Care. He created and currently oversees the program of patient-guided technology to engage patients and families with video games, adaptive gaming, virtual reality, 3D printing and more. He uses his knowledge as a child life specialist and combines it with his life-long love of video games to improve the hospital experience for kids.

About the author: Young & Healthy Podcast

The Young & Healthy Podcast features thoughts and perspectives from Cincinnati Children’s experts, patients, families – and even kids! – on all things pediatric health. Hosted and produced by members of the communications team, Symfhani Fair-Harris, Kayla McNeal, Bo McMillian and Kate Setter, this podcast brings you lively conversations on current health topics and issues affecting children today. Please note that this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only.

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