What is Video Game Addiction? Video game addiction is a behavioral condition characterized by impaired control over gaming. It develops unhealthy habits that can impede other social aspects, including ...

From Pong and Pac-Man to Minecraft and Fortnight, video games have always been a lot of fun. Sometimes, however, gamers become fixated, compulsive or — worse — spiral into a full-blown gaming disorder ...

Video games have become a global phenomenon, offering immersive entertainment and fostering vibrant online communities. However, for some individuals, gaming can evolve from a fun pastime into an ...

In 2017, 360 million people watched a single "League of Legends" live stream event - triple the audience of the Super Bowl. ESports like "League of Legends" gained a negative spotlight Sunday after a ...

CONCORD, N.H. — A dark room, head set on, controller in hand, a world flashing across a big screen. Video games are often associated with an escape from reality and immersion into an online world of ...

S1: I'm Andrew Bracken and this is Screen Time , featuring conversations about technology and kids in today's digital age. My kids are addicted to their screens. It's a common phrase many parents ...

Skip to 2012: Lindsay Lohan checks into treatment because the actress just can't stop hitting the bars — the falling block-bars on Nintendo Tetris. A 33-year-old office worker is fired because he ...

Excessive gaming for hours without breaks is a symptom of a behavioral problem and a coping strategy. Lonely, depressed adolescents often turn to gaming—offering connection, stimulation, and escape.

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. There are plenty of negative stereotypes about games and gamers. And ...