How our Technology Use Shapes our Brains, Relationships, & Sense of Self
with Doreen Dodgen-McGee, Psy.D., Psychologist, Author, and Speaker
About the Lecture
The brain wires together where it fires together, and, given that the average American spends an average of 10.5 hours a day with screens, plenty of wiring is happening in response to engagement with technology. This talk exposes the way this impacts mental and physical health, relationships, and a person’s sense of self. Not at all technology averse, this talk is an empowering exposition on why it’s hard to focus and find calm and how users can make small changes that have huge positive impact.
Science Pubs are a casual lecture series located in fun venues across the region, recommended for ages 10 and over.
Tickets
$8 suggested donation | Advance tickets recommended
Zoom Option
If you are unable to join us in person, you can watch on Zoom. You must register in advance. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
About the Speaker
Doreen Dodgen-Magee, Psy.D. is a psychologist, author, and speaker whose work focuses on how technology use shapes humanity. Her books have won Gold and Silver Nautilus Book Awards, and she’s been featured in the New York Times, Washington Post, Time, Getting Curious with Jonathan Van Ness, and NPR. Her talks are deeply rooted in up to the day peer reviewed research and focused on non-shaming exploration and empowering tips and tools.
Images by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay
Questions? Email sciencepub@omsi.edu
Ticketing questions call 503.797.4000 x0
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are unable to join us in person, you can watch on zoom. You must register in advance via the Zoom link above. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
To guarantee a seat at this event, we recommend you purchase your ticket in advance. Please show your ticket at the check-in table in front of the theater upon arrival.
We will always have tickets available at the door. They are first-come, first-served and admission will remain a suggested donation
Mission Theater offers pizza and sides, as well as alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. No outside food or drink is allowed.
The Mission Theater is wheelchair accessible. They have a ramp leading to the theater’s side entrance on 17th Avenue; just let McMenamins staff at the front door know you need ramp access.
Street parking is available in the area surrounding the theater. Some spaces may be free, while others may require payment via Parking Kitty. Note that Parking Kitty does not require payment after 7pm.
Venue Information
McMenamins Mission Theater
1624 NW Glisan St
Portland, OR 97209
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Accessibility
- Wheelchair Accessible Entrance