video game addiction
Gaming dependency disorder
Video game addiction is a pattern of compulsive gaming that interferes with daily life—neglecting work, relationships, sleep, or hygiene to keep playing.
The term borrows from substance addiction, implying loss of control and continued use despite negative consequences.
Whether it constitutes a clinical disorder remains debated, but the behavioral pattern is widely recognized: His video game addiction cost him his job.
- dopamineReward-linked neural messenger
- compulsionIrresistible urge to act
- screenDisplay or barrier
- screen timeDuration on digital displays
- obsessionPersistent, intrusive preoccupation
withdrawal · escapism · real life · binge · controller · insomnia · sleep deprivation · dark circles · isolation · MMO · grind · loot · cravings · neglect · skipping meals · marathon · basement · headset
- bad habitssmoking, drinking, lying, swearing, gossiping
- digital wellnessdigital detox, screen time, technostress, notification anxiety, doomscrolling
- excessexcess, too much, excessive, excessiveness, overabundance
- compulsionsOCD, compulsion, obsession, handwashing, hand washing
video game addictionself-control
Ability to restrain impulses
moderation · behavioral health · impulse control · self-regulation · healthy habits
video game addictiondigital detox
Period avoiding electronic devices
physical activity · active lifestyle · nature immersion · social engagement · exercise
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