A gaming disorder, sometimes referred to as “video game addiction,” is a pattern of game-playing behavior—involving online gaming or offline video games—that is difficult to control and ...

He’ll have to save up money to buy both video ... addiction include: neglecting friends and family, feeling empty or irritable when not at the computer, and an inability to stop playing the game.

Video game addiction is surging globally as 3.4 billion gamers drive concerns over mental health, excessive playtime, and the rise of mobile gaming habits.