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Gaming Addiction

Video Games May Help Improve Brain Function

New studies show that playing video games can improve cognitive functioning and the ability to learn.

What Do They Mean By Addictive?

Yes, addiction can cause seizures, depression, and other mental and physical health issues. But “internet gaming disorder”?

Are Blind Boxes Turning Kids Into Addicts?

The Chinese government is cracking down on the sale of blind boxes and blind decks because they cause addiction in children.

New Study Shows Correlation Between Brain Scans and Subsequent Addiction

A longitudinal brain study of children shows a correlation between low caudate nucleus reward response and gaming addiction.

The World’s Worst New Idea: A Vape Pen Gambling Device

Doctors concerned about nicotine addiction are calling attention to vaping cartridges that include new gambling and gaming features.

How Does the United Kingdom Handle Gaming Addiction?

The National Centre for Gaming Disorders has handled over a thousand referrals for gaming addiction since its founding in 2019.