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Gaming Addiction - Media & Tech

Anyone who has experienced it knows gaming addiction is real. With improved graphics, more realistic characters, it is not surprising that some teenagers prefer to play video games than go out with friends, play sports, or even watch TV .

Many teens can play video games for several hours a week, but they also find time for school events, sports, friends and family responsibilities.

However for some, being away from the game can be very difficult. Studies show that 10 to 15 percent of gamers exhibit signs that meet the criteria of the World Health Organization for addiction. Teens can become so involved in a fantasy world of gaming, they start forgetting about family, friends, and school.

Experts say that video games may have very harmful effects such as aggressive thoughts and aggressive behavior, especially in children under the age of 10.

The main signs and symptoms of gaming are similar to drug and alcohol addiction. The first sign is that the need to play the game increases with the passage of time. When a gamer starts playing, one or two hours may not be enough. As with drug and alcohol addiction, they need more and more. They have to play for a longer period or with greater intensity as their dependence worsens. The second sign that someone has a problem with gaming is that the person becomes irritable, anxious or unhappy when he or she is unable to play the game. Video game addiction treatment centers have been created to help gamers deal with compulsive gaming and output solutions roots of their addiction.

Signs and symptoms of this disease include the following:

1. Significant weight gain or weight loss
2. Sleep disturbances
3. Mood changes
4. Sleep Deprivation
5. Avoiding friends and family members
6. Lying about the time spent playing video games
7. Skipping meals
8. Low productivity
9. Poor performance

It is clear that we need to be careful when playing video games. The main thing is not to allow them to take control of our minds.