He said the fact that boys are simply gaming much more than girls also makes them more vulnerable to becoming addicted. Co-author Dr. Beate Hygen, a senior researcher at NTNU, said: "The brain ...

It's quick and easy to access Live Science Plus, simply enter your email below. We'll send you a confirmation and sign you up for our daily newsletter, keeping you up to date with the latest science ...

Here's some good news for parents: Although your teenagers may be fans of video games, odds are they aren't hooked on the activity and it isn't having a negative impact on other areas of their lives.

Parents are being warned to be vigilant for the tell-tale signs of a gaming addiction in their children. Health professionals are stressing the need to catch these warning signs early to mitigate the ...

Is there a lot of playing Fortnite, Roblox and Minecraft in your home too? You're not alone. Many children and adolescents play a lot, and often with both known and unknown online players. This can be ...

Excessive gaming for hours without breaks is a symptom of a behavioral problem and a coping strategy. Lonely, depressed adolescents often turn to gaming—offering connection, stimulation, and escape.

One in 10 boys become addicted to gaming, according to new research. They meet the criteria for computer game addiction - called "internet gaming disorder" or IGD - at least once between the ages of ...