Gaming Disorder

 

Gaming addiction is a major issue in many parts of the world today, and it need more attention. It is no secret that video games are played on a daily basis by children and adults in many countries throughout the world. Gaming disorder is a term used to characterize the excessive usage of video games. A person with a gaming addiction's heart, according to experts, does not quickly fill up. As a result, the person is constantly eager to play games. Many people who spend more time playing video games have a terrible personal life. They are unable to attain what they do in the game in real life. As a result, they spend more time in the virtual world of video games than in reality. Gaming addiction has become so common that it has been classified as a "mental illness."

Those who are addicted to video games start to feel restless. Their minds refuse to let them do anything else. When a person is obsessed to video games, he attempts to cut himself off from the rest of the world. Individuals who are addicted to video games grow extremely psychologically disturbed. They also deal with depression. If a person plays more games, he may get sleeplessness, headaches, red eyes, waist pain, and neck discomfort, among other things. Many addicts don't even eat healthy foods. Another symptom of gaming addiction is anger.

Gaming addiction has become a major problem in today's society, but it may be overcome with extra-ordinary effort and patience. Playing video games is not harmful. Video games may be used to maintain a positive attitude, but they should only be used for a short period of time. It is also essential to have 'family time' in order to recover from it. Sitting, chatting, and playing with family members are all effective ways to avoid video gaming. The most crucial of these is to allow yourself time. You have a greater understanding of yourself, so take use of your other interests. 

According to psychologist Dr. Pooja Shivam Jaitley, once a person becomes addicted to video games, it is tough to live without it. If you or a loved one is experiencing signs of video game addiction, see a psychiatrist immediately. Take mental and emotional care of him.

References

Daria J. Kuss and Mark D. Griffiths (2012), Adolescent online gaming addiction Retrieved from http://sheu.org.uk/sites/sheu.org.uk/files/imagepicker/1/eh301dk.pdf

Griffiths, M.D, & Meredith, A,(2009), Videogame addiction and its treatment, Journal of Contemporary Psychotherapy, 39(4), 247-253

Video game addiction (2014), Retrieved from http://www.video-game-addiction.org/video-game-addiction-articles/game-over-video-games-strain-relationships-with-friends-and-family.htm

Title: Gaming Disorder

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