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Video Games Addiction

How does Video Games addiction work?

When the topic of video game addiction comes up, most people immediately picture a 13-year-old boy absorbed in his Sony PlayStation or Xbox. But gaming addiction also affects adults. From the executive to the stay-at-home mum, the compulsive use of video, computer, and Internet games causes thousands of adults to ignore important work and family obligations.

Symptoms of Video Games Addiction

For most individuals, the occasional car chase or celebrity boxing match in a video game can relieve stress and provide an hour of light entertainment. But those who begin to play video games excessively may become so engrossed in the virtual fantasy world that they shirk their responsibilities and other interests.

In addition, adults addicted to gaming may have physical symptoms like difficulty sleeping, migraines, back and neck aches, dry eyes, or carpal tunnel syndrome. Video game addicts also may become so preoccupied with earning the high score or reaching the next level that they forget to eat, shower, shave, or take care of basic hygiene.

 Am I living with a Video Games addiction problem?

You should also consider the following questions;

• Does the person lie about how much time they spend playing computer or video games?
• Does playing computer or video games results in the person experiencing intense feelings of pleasure or guilt that seem uncontrollable?
• Is the person spending more and more time playing video or computer games to get the same enjoyment from them?
• Have you noticed the person withdrawing to the point of disrupting family, social, or work life?
• Does the person demonstrate feelings of anger, depression, moodiness, anxiety, or restlessness when not gaming?
• Does the person spend significant sums of money for online services, computer upgrades, or gaming systems?
• Does the person report thinking obsessively about being on the computer or playing video games even when doing other things?

If the answer is "yes" to one of the above this could suggest your loved one has a possible video games addiction. If the answer is "yes" to more than one question, it is highly likely that a problem exists, for both you and your loved one.

What treatment is there for video games addiction?

An addiction to video games or computer games should be treated in much the same way as any other addiction. When playing a videogame, the brain produces endorphins, which gives the person a high similar to that experienced by gamblers or drug addicts.

 Like other addicts, gamers often are trying to escape problems in their lives. Video and computer games offer a particularly appealing escape to those struggling socially. The person may find it intoxicating to become immersed in a world completely under their control.

 How can I find video games addiction treatment?

Admitting to yourself and others that your loved one has a problem with video game addiction is the hardest step to take. The sooner you reach out for support, the quicker we can help you get this problem resolved. You don’t have to suffer alone anymore. If you think you are living with a video game addiction, visit www.pcug.co.uk for some additional information or call one of our advisors now. We are here to help and will be able to guide you through the recovery process in a straightforward and caring way.

Published by on 22/11/2020.

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