With the publication of the DSM-5 in 2013, the category “Internet Gaming Disorder” (IGD) was proposed for further study. The disorder appears to tap into a zeitgeist of concern regarding the impact of ...

The World Health Organization added internet gaming disorder to the 11th edition of the International Classification of Diseases June 18, causing many mental health professionals to scrutinize whether ...

A systematic review and meta-analysis of 96 studies found that the pooled prevalence of internet gaming disorder (IGD) among young adults (ages, 18-35 years) was 6.1% overall, with significantly ...

Mindfulness meditation may help people struggling with concurrent depression and Internet gaming disorder, according to a study. Guang-Heng Dong and colleagues treated 59 people with depression and ...

James Cook University researchers have taken a deeper dive into the complexities of human personality traits and addiction in adults, revealing new insights to help with social media addiction and ...

With schools and playgrounds being shut down, kids are turning to video games and online entertainment as an alternative form of recreation. More than ever, people seek a form of escape from the harsh ...

I can’t remember exactly when I first crossed paths with Dr. Lee Jang-joo, but in terms of years, it’s probably been close to a decade. As a board member of the Game Culture Foundation, an adjunct ...

LOW COST INSULIN. FIVE ON YOUR MENTAL HEALTH THIS MORNING, YOUR BRAIN ON VIDEO GAMES. THERE IS SOME GROWING EVIDENCE THAT PEOPLE CAN BECOME ADDICTED TO PLAYING. AND HERE TO EXPLAIN IS DOCTOR KYLE ...

Dr Koh Poh Koon says Singapore will take a balanced, evidence-based approach to gaming disorder, focusing on education, community support and age safeguards rather than sweeping curbs, while ...