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From Fortnite to Candy Crush, concerns have long been raised about the addictive potential of video games. But when the World Health Organization classified 'Gaming disorder' as an addictive behaviour in 2018, the psychology community found itself divided.

Some believed the WHO's decision was based on poorly-constructed research, while others have reported success in treating the condition. So was the WHO right to make this decision, and does Gaming Addiction really exist?

00:00 Intro
01:08 WHO did what?
03:38 Psychology Divisions
06:04 Treatment
09:14 What's next?

Lost in a Good Game by Pete Etchells: https://iconbooks.com/ib-title/lost-in-a-good-game/

National Centre for Gaming Disorders: https://www.cnwl.nhs.uk/national-centre-gaming-disorders

UK Addiction Support: https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/guides-to-support-and-services/addiction-and-dependency/addiction-and-dependency-resources/

US Addiction Support: https://www.samhsa.gov/

#gamingaddiction #gamingdisorder #gaming #mentalhealth #mindgames #fortnite

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