Technology Addiction Resources

Definition of Gaming Disorder -

A pattern of persistent or recurrent gaming behavior, which may be online or offline, manifested by impaired control over gaming, increasing priority given to gaming to the extent that gaming takes precedence over other life interests and daily activities and continuation or escalation of gaming despite the occurrence of negative consequences.

ONLINE READING

Screen Time Guidelines for All Ages - We live in a tech-centric world. As a result, it is becoming harder and harder to go about our daily tasks without looking at a screen.

How to Stop Binge-Watching Netflix

Video Game Addiction - Treatment, Symptoms, and Causes

Negative Effects of Gaming - In 2020, there were an estimated 2.7 billion gamers worldwide, and the number is still rising. This rise in the popularity of video games has led to a significant increase in people experiencing the negative effects of video games.

In-Game Spending: Tips to Keep Your Family Safe

How Quitting Gaming Helped me Get Into Grad School

Addicted to Gaming: I’m 30 Years Old and Still Living with my Parents

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Game Quitters - Video Game Addiction Support

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