Gaming Addiction

Author : Andrew P. Doan
Publisher : Fep International
ISBN 13 : 9781935576020
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.2X/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Hooked on Games written by Andrew P. Doan and published by Fep International. This book was released on 2012 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: About the Book The multi-billion dollar video game industry is in the business of creating fun and enticing games that can be addictive. As addicted gamers feast on digital indulgences, real life is neglected and their reality crumbles around them. Headlines related to video games: ¿New Mexico mom gets 25 years for starving daughter.¿ ¿ Fox News ¿China used prisoners in lucrative Internet gaming work.¿ ¿ Guardian News ¿Online gamer killed for selling virtual weapon.¿ ¿ Sydney Morning Herald ¿South Korean dies after games sessions.¿ ¿ BBC News Hooked on Games is written by Brooke Strickland and Andrew Doan, MD, PhD, a physician with a research background in neuroscience, who battled his own addictions with video games. Dr. Doan was an addicted gamer, who at his peak, invested over 20,000 hours of playing games over a period of nine years. Dr. Doan¿s reckless compulsion to play games transformed him into a monster that almost destroyed his family, marriage, and career. He shares his expertise to educate others on the dangers of video game addiction and to provide hope for video game addicts and their families. Dr. Doan shares steps for gaming addicts to achieve recovery and steps for families and loved ones to intervene. Without attention to this quickest growing addiction, our society will suffer from the creation of Generation Vidiot, millions of people devoid of innovation and skills to live in the physical world. ¿As is true with many addictions, overuse of video games steals our valuable and limited time and minds.¿ ¿ Christie Morse, MD (Pediatric Ophthalmologist) ¿Shocking insights into the minds of hardcore gamers.¿ ¿ Daniel Hunt (Former Competitive Gamer)

Author : Bishop, Jonathan
Publisher : IGI Global
ISBN 13 : 1466685964
Total Pages : 336 pages
Book Rating : 4.63/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Psychological and Social Implications Surrounding Internet and Gaming Addiction written by Bishop, Jonathan and published by IGI Global. This book was released on 2015-08-03 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Addiction takes many forms and has the potential to impact individuals of all ages, socio-economic statuses, and ethnic backgrounds. Digital addiction has become one of the latest topics of interest among researchers and mental health professionals as individuals become more engrossed in and reliant on digital devices. Psychological and Social Implications Surrounding Internet and Gaming Addiction focuses on the dark side of technology and the ways in which individuals are falling victim to compulsive internet use as well as gaming and gambling addictions. Highlighting socio-cultural, psycho-social, and techno-cultural perspectives on problematic technology use, this critical publication is essential to the research and practical needs of therapists, public administrators, psychologists, students, and researchers interested in compulsive disorders, human behavior, dependency, and other key mental health issues. A pivotal addition to the current mental health research available, this book focuses on topics including, but not limited to, Internet addiction, gaming addiction disorder, gambling, gamification, hypermedia seduction theory, MMORPGs, psychotherapy, and related public policy issues.

Author : Ryan G. Van Cleave
Publisher : Health Communications, Inc.
ISBN 13 : 0757313620
Total Pages : 338 pages
Book Rating : 4.22/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Unplugged written by Ryan G. Van Cleave and published by Health Communications, Inc.. This book was released on 2010-06 with total page 338 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: WARNING: THIS VIDEO GAME MAY IMPAIR YOUR JUDGMENT. IT MAY CAUSE SLEEP DEPRIVATION, ALIENATION OF FRIENDS AND FAMILY, WEIGHT LOSS OR GAIN, NEGLECT OF YOUR BASIC NEEDS AS WELL AS THE NEEDS OF LOVED ONES AND/OR DEPENDENTS, AND DECREASED PERFORMANCE ON THE JOB. THE DISTINCTION BETWEEN FANTASY AND REALITY MAY BECOME BLURRED. PLAY AT YOUR OWN RISK. NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR SUICIDE ATTEMPTS. No such warning was included on the latest and greatest release from the Warcraft series of massive multiplayer online role-playing games—World of Warcraft (WoW). So when Ryan Van Cleave—a college professor, husband, father, and one of the 11.5 million Warcraft subscribers worldwide—found himself teetering on the edge of the Arlington Memorial Bridge, he had no one to blame but himself. He had neglected his wife and children and had jeopardized his livelihood, all for the rush of living a life of high adventure in a virtual world. A fabulously written and gripping tale, Unplugged takes you on a journey through the author's semireclusive life with video games at the center of his experiences. Even when he was sexually molested by a young school teacher at age eleven, it was the promise of a new video game that had lured him to her house. As Ryan's life progresses, we witness the evolution of video games—from simple two-button consoles to today's multikey technology, brilliantly designed to keep the user actively participating. For Ryan, the virtual world was a siren-song he couldn't ignore, no matter the cost. As is the case with most recovering addicts, Ryan eventually hit rock bottom and shares with you his ongoing battle to control his impulses to play, providing prescriptive advice and resources for those caught in the grip of this very real addiction.

Author : American Psychiatric Association
Publisher : American Psychiatric Publishing
ISBN 13 : 9781955245180
Total Pages : pages
Book Rating : 4.85/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) written by American Psychiatric Association and published by American Psychiatric Publishing. This book was released on 2021-09-24 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Elaine Uskoski
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 322 pages
Book Rating : 4.70/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Cyber Sober written by Elaine Uskoski and published by . This book was released on 2021-02-06 with total page 322 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Exploring the mind of a video gaming addict, Elaine's second book guides the reader through the journey of her son's addictive disorder and recovery. The story unfolds along the nine signs of gaming disorder and the five stages of addiction, weaving toward the recovery stage, including candid and insightful interviews with her son, Jake.Elaine calls upon the advice of experts to support her message that there is no easy way to survive video gaming addiction or any other addiction's withdrawal and recovery. It takes a lot of time, patience, Herculean strength, and enormous support from others, including family, friends, and professional therapy. But it is possible to detox from this compulsion. It is possible to reach the stage of recovery. And it is worth moving through the pain to arrive at the other side, more fully alive."Thought-provoking, emotionally moving, informative and triumphant, Uskoski's guide explains the shocking world of Video Gaming Addiction through the lens of a mother and her heroic efforts to save her son from his harmful addiction."Cindy Rescorl, Parent"Raw, heartbreaking, and heart-warming. this story takes you on a roller coaster of emotions into and out of the depths of gaming."Michelle NogueiraAddiction Problem Gambling and Technology Overuse Counselor, Homewood Health Centre

Author : PJ Graham
Publisher : Referencepoint Press
ISBN 13 : 9781682825594
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.90/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Video Game Addiction written by PJ Graham and published by Referencepoint Press. This book was released on 2019 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The World Health Organization included gaming disorder in the 2018 edition of its International Classification of Diseases, but video game addiction has been a problem since the first at-home and arcade video game consoles. Video Game Addiction examines the history of video game addiction, explores controversies in the video game industry, and discusses the future advances of gaming disorder treatment and solutions.

Author : Marc N. Potenza
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
ISBN 13 : 0190218053
Total Pages : 517 pages
Book Rating : 4.58/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Oxford Handbook of Digital Technologies and Mental Health written by Marc N. Potenza and published by Oxford University Press, USA. This book was released on 2020 with total page 517 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This book provides an academically oriented and scientifically based description of how technological advances may have contributed to a wide range of mental health outcomes, covering the spectrum from problems and maladies to improved and expanded healthcare services"--

Author : Henry Lee
Publisher : No Fluff Publishing
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 42 pages
Book Rating : 4.85/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Video Game Addiction written by Henry Lee and published by No Fluff Publishing . This book was released on 2020-05-21 with total page 42 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Video game addiction is gradually becoming a more serious problem in our society. With recent games, such as Flappy Bird and Candy Crush, people are not only spending more time playing these games, but wasting money on them as well. In extreme cases, this addiction has led to serious family and social conflict. This guide will outline a fast and efficient method to help you free yourself from video game addiction. Here is What's Included in the Book How to identify what is triggering your addiction to video games How to develop a game plan to end this addiction How to in remain free from this addiction

Author : Ace McCloud
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781640482807
Total Pages : 26 pages
Book Rating : 4.06/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Gaming Addiction written by Ace McCloud and published by . This book was released on 2017-03-16 with total page 26 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you addicted to playing digital games? Whether you want to (1) reclaim your life, (2) help a friend who is addicted to gaming, or (3) just understand the dangers of online gaming and how to minimize them, this book will teach you everything you need to know. Every addiction has its consequences. There are negative consequences to a gaming addiction. This book will help you fully comprehend the problems and learn how to help yourself or others break out of the addiction. Free yourself or others from unproductive behavior so life can be healthy and enjoyable again. Get some perspective on your gaming addiction. Online gaming is fun, there's no doubt about it! Gaming can help you explore your personality, enhance your creativity, and sharpen your problem-solving skills. However, if your virtual reality starts to damage your real-life interactions and health, then you have a problem. That is what this book is designed to address. I wrote "Gaming Addiction" for the purpose of guiding you through the process of evaluating your gaming activities to determine what is helping you and what aspects of your game of choice are actually messing up your life. I know, I know, gaming is your life! But is it a life that will lead to good things, or will it ultimately take you to a place you don't want to go? There is a healthy balance that can be attained. Get the best out of both "worlds." You can get what you want out of life, yes, real life. It is possible to continue to play online and still have a happy family, loving relationships, meaningful work, and delightful social experiences. The challenge is not letting the draw of the game overpower what you know you need to do and who you want to be. It's not healthy to spend all your time "checked out" from real life; some of the time it's okay to escape, but remember: while you're escaping from your life, there's nobody else out there who will live it for you. Gaming as Avoidance I get it. Sometimes life is just too harsh. We sometimes just need to get away. Yet, if you find yourself "escaping" to a virtual world to the point that you use your avatar more often than your real name, you're in trouble. For those of us who don't feel 100% confident around other people 100% of the time, it's easier to just camp out in an alternate universe. However, it's equally important to resist the temptation to spend all of your time there. While gaming can help improve social interaction (at least virtually), you need real world social interactions to truly grow and develop as a person. You also need real life social interaction to help avoid getting depressed. In this book I offer a variety ways you can take steps to interact without hiding behind an avatar. What Will You Discover About Gaming Addictions? An overview of online gaming addiction so you can better understand it. The physical and social risks associated with gaming addiction. The best treatments to break your addiction. How you can help someone who is addicted. The impact of long hours of gaming on your body and your mind. You Will Also Learn: How I kicked the addiction and you can, too. How gaming as a form of self-medication can backfire. The connection between gaming addiction and eating disorders. Practical, easy-to-follow instructions for gaining control of your gaming life. You can enjoy a truly full and enjoyable life again. Set yourself free: Buy It Now!

Author : Hilarie Cash
Publisher : Gentle Path Press
ISBN 13 : 9781732067332
Total Pages : 250 pages
Book Rating : 4.33/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Facing Internet Technology and Gaming Addiction: A Gentle Path to Beginning Recovery from Internet and Video Game Addiction written by Hilarie Cash and published by Gentle Path Press. This book was released on 2021-02-08 with total page 250 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The internet, smartphones and technology are an integral part of everyday life. But for some users, what often starts out as a method to escape can eventually become a full-blown addiction. Users may find themselves retreating into videogames and other forms of technology to self-medicate loneliness, anxiety or depression, and find themselves isolated and missing out on important areas of life. In Facing Internet Addiction, some of the countries leading experts in technology addiction, adapt the groundbreaking thirty task model used by thousands of therapists worldwide, to treat technology and internet addiction. Using innovative tasks and exercises, the reader can engage in a plan designed to defeat addiction and restore lifestyle balance. This book is designed to be used as an adjunct to therapy, and also works well in conjunction with 12 step programs, or other recovery programs such as SMART recovery. Additionally, it is the first in a series, used in conjunction with recovery zone volumes 1 and 2, by Dr. Patrick Carnes.