Fortnite is certainly a hot topic among families, and I hear people try to describe this thing that happens….this ethereal idea that Dr. Emily Edlynn, PhD, pinpoints exactly: The Fortnite Creep.

Here’s how Dr Edlynn describes Fortnite Creep:

Maybe it’s the current Myths and Mortals season dovetailing with my curious son’s fascination with Greek gods. It could be that it’s the first time he earned a Battle Pass, which apparently makes the game better? Whatever it is, we are seeing what I’m calling the Fortnite Creep. It’s creeping insidiously into the center of his purpose for living. And our parenting life.

Here’s one piece of advice I gave in the piece:

Jenkins advises parents to have open dialogues with their Fortnite gamer about “handling [their] rage and dealing with jerky players.” She adds, “If they continue having trouble with anger or obsession, find a code word you can say to them that will trigger them to be more aware. Ours was ‘salsa and chips’ for a while.” 

If you like a mix of science and experience and in-the-moment parenting help, Dr. Edlynn is a wonderful addition to your radar.

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