A gaming addiction involves a lack of control despite adverse consequences—if your child can pull themselves away from a game to join the family for dinner, for example, and shows interest in ...
Researchers found that adolescents with more symptoms of gaming addiction showed lower brain activity in the region involved in decision-making and reward processing; this blunted response to reward ...
Video games are more engaging than ever, offering immersive experiences that keep players hooked for hours. While gaming can be a healthy pastime for many, it can lead to addiction for some players, ...
A study of adolescents aged 10-15 found reduced activity in brain regions linked to decision-making and reward processing in those developing gaming addiction symptoms over four years.
However, for some individuals, gaming can evolve from a fun pastime into an addiction that impacts their health, relationships, and responsibilities. Understanding video game addiction ...
You've heard the headlines: Video games cause addiction, violence, and distress. Ludectrophobia (a fear of video games - but we all knew that) has evolved since the 1980s as each decade brought ...