video game addiction

Could Playing Fortnite Lead to Video Game Addiction? The WHO Says Yes, But Others Disagree

Neuroscience NewsJune 24, 2018

Despite 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...

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WHO ‘Gaming Disorder’ Classification Opens Door for Treatment

Neuroscience NewsJune 19, 2018

Researchers 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...

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How Video Games Change the Brain

Neuroscience NewsJune 22, 2017

A new study reveals how playing video games not only changes how our brain functions, but also the structure of the brain.... Read More...

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Heavy Video Game Playing Can Be Part of a Healthy Social Life

Neuroscience NewsJune 12, 2017

A new study reveals heavy video gaming may not result in social anxiety or feelings of loneliness if players are socially engaged in social media or instant messaging.... Read More...

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In Teens, Strong Friendships May Mitigate Depression Associated with Excessive Video Gaming

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 16, 2017

While playing video games for more than four hours a day can increase the risk of depression in teens, researchers report using social media and other online social mediums can help mitigate depressive symptoms.... Read More...

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What Percentage of People Who Play Video Games are Addicted?

Neuroscience NewsNovember 5, 2016

A new study attempted to measure the scale of gaming addiction in the general public using the symptoms of 'internet gaming disorder'.... Read More...

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Link Between ADHD and Video Game Addiction

Neuroscience NewsApril 25, 2016

A new study reports on a link between ADHD and video game addiction in young, single men.... Read More...

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Researchers Identify Risk Factors for Addictive Video-Game Use Among Adults

Neuroscience NewsSeptember 23, 2013

Social interaction, reward and escapism fuel video game addiction in adults, a new study finds. ... Read More...

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Children and Teens with Autism More Likely to Become Preoccupied with Video Games

Neuroscience NewsApril 17, 2013

New research suggests children with ASD spend more time playing video games and watching TV than participating in social media and pre-social activities compared to their typically developing peers. ... Read More...

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