FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·May 31, 2019·4 min readWhen does gaming become a problem? New online test predicts risk of gaming disorderThe WHO recently recognized video game addiction as a mental health problem. A new online test can help detect those most at risk of developing gaming disorder. New research suggests personality traits and socioeconomic factors may contribute to gaming disorder.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·June 24, 2018·5 min readCould Playing Fortnite Lead to Video Game Addiction? The WHO Says Yes, But Others DisagreeDespite the WHO recently recognizing 'gaming disorder', researchers say only 1% of gamers may fit the criteria for diagnosis. A new paper looks at the positive, and negative, implications of gaming.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·June 19, 2018·1 min readWHO ‘Gaming Disorder’ Classification Opens Door for TreatmentResearchers say the WHO's decision to classify video game addiction as a mental health disorder will allow people to receive specialized help for the condition.Read More
