Category: compulsive gaming

Kids With Low Self Control at Greater Risk of Gaming Addiction, Study Shows

July 15, 2022
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A recent study by a group of psychologists from Sydney’s Macquarie University reveals that young people with lower executive function, such as weak self-control and greater impulsivity, are more vulnerable to gaming addiction. It also found that kids who don’t have their basic needs met in real life, like self-esteem, being socially included or feeling…

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Link Found Between Addictive Gaming and Suicidality: Study

March 31, 2022
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A Norwegian review and analysis funded by the Norwegian Competence Center for Gambling and Gaming Research found a significant link between problem gaming and suicidality, reflected in problem gaming’s association with suicide ideation and attempts. “Although gaming for most is a fun and recreational activity, a small minority is expected to experience problems related to…

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Pandemic Lockdowns Fueled Massive Rise in Gaming and Addiction, Experts Say

December 15, 2021
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During the pandemic, nationwide stay-at-home orders handed gaming companies a golden opportunity. Without the freedom to leave the house, gaming was the only active recreation, social activity, and creative outlet that many people had. From 2020 to 2021, revenue for gaming companies skyrocketed. Games corporation Blizzard saw revenues on the first-person shooter game Call of…

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