We look into why the World Health Organization decided to classify video game addiction as a mental health disorder. Then, AmeriCorps Alumni of the Year Award winner Khong Meng Her discusses his advocacy for students of color at UW-Eau Claire and his other community work.
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Video game addiction is now considered a mental health disorder, according to the World Health Organization. But gaming organizations argue there’s not enough scientific evidence to support this new classification. Our guest explains the behaviors that come with this diagnosis and why videogames can be addictive.
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AmeriCorps Award Recipient Discusses College Readiness, Advocacy
Khong Meng Her is receiving an AmeriCorps service award this week from Gov. Tony Evers. We speak with Her about his work on college readiness programs, his advocacy for students of color at UW-Eau Claire, and his involvement in Wisconsin’s Hmong community.
Episode Credits
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Courtney Everett Producer
- Keegan Kyle Producer
- Lee Rayburn Technical Director
- Peggy Scallon Guest
- Khong Meng Her Guest
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