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How to Quit Playing Video Games

When video games start to take over a child’s life it is time to intervene and create a path to restore normalcy in their life.  Parents play a critical role in designing and implementing controls to help regain normalcy. To start this process, the child must first have the capacity Read more…

By Internet Addiction Center, 3 years3 years ago
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Can Video Games Kill You?

We can all agree that too much of anything can be a bad thing.  In this article, I want to mention a few extreme cases of unhealthy game play and then end by highlighting some ways to create balance and improve health. People die while playing video games.  People die Read more…

By Internet Addiction Center, 3 years3 years ago
Video Game Addiction

Can Video Games Cause Depression?

When an adult or child starts playing excessively, they may develop many traits that look like depression including: Isolating themself to their room Becoming irritated easily Loss of friends Problems sleeping Physical deconditioning including weight gain or weight loss During excessive and problematic video game play, people may also start Read more…

By Internet Addiction Center, 3 years3 years ago
Video Game Addiction

Game Alternatives to Video Games

Parents and caregivers can look to engaging, fun, and educational toys and games as an alternative to video games. These toys and games provide the social, family, and real-life interaction that video games cannot. Here are some great ideas: Double Ditto is a fun and interactive game for kids and Read more…

By Internet Addiction Center, 3 years3 years ago
Video Game Addiction

Effect of Violent Video Games on Children

How Violent Video Games Can Affect Altruism & Empathy The American Psychological Association (APA) cites violent video games as a significant risk factor for aggression, selfishness, and indifference in children. In fact, according to the APA Task Force, there is a relationship between violent video game exposure and increased negative Read more…

By Internet Addiction Center, 3 years3 years ago
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