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So even though video game addiction doesnt follow any of the lines of logic of actual addiction in that it does not directly chemically effect the brain and has a critical mass of tolerance....its still an addiction?It's not a matter of switching them around. The classifications in this case exist as symptoms, and I'm sure you're well aware that in the case of any medical issue not all symptoms need to be present for a diagnosis.
In principle, it is not possibleI'd like to establish that it is possible, in principle, before I start hunting studies down.
It follows almost all the symptoms of addiction, save the ones mentioned (though direct chemical influence is not so much a symptom as a specific diagnosis).So even though video game addiction doesnt follow any of the lines of logic of actual addiction in that it does not directly chemically effect the brain and has a critical mass of tolerance....its still an addiction?
I think you'll find that it is.In principle, it is not possible
One of the first symptoms of video-game addiction on the list isIt follows almost all the symptoms of addiction, save the ones mentioned (though direct chemical influence is not so much a symptom as a specific diagnosis).
So even though video game addiction doesnt follow any of the lines of logic of actual addiction in that it does not directly chemically effect the brain and has a critical mass of tolerance....its still an addiction?
In principle, it is not possible
Mauimamma I was wondering has your husband said anything about tourments it's just a possible a motivator behind his extreme behavior.
Your husband doesn't see what's wrong with his video game obsession? arghh....that's the worst kind. Just out of curiosity, how have you approached him about this in the past? What has your attitude been like?No, no tournaments. Personal play time for selfish reasons and the inability to stop.
Gambling has the added benefit of a monetary payoff.OK, here's the thing -
regardless of all of the analyzing, no matter what you CALL it,
*THIS ACT OF PLAYING VIDEO GAMES AND IGNORING OTHER NORMAL ACTIVITIES AND RESPNSIBILITIES, DAY IN AND DAY OUT, IS A HUGE PROBLEM THAT ADVERSELY AFFECTS ME AND MY FAMILY'S LIFE AND COUNTLESS OTHERS.*
So with all due respect, I feel like the stumbling block is the focus on the word *ADDICTION*. If that is not acceptable to you, please do not over look the horrible affects this PROBLEM has on many.
Here are some sites I gathered for you for your perusal, furthered education, and information on this matter:
http://www.uncommonforum.com/viewtopic.php?t=9976
http://serendip.brynmawr.edu/bb/neuro/neuro02/web2/mschlimme.html
http://seattlepi.nwsource.com/business/258684_gameraddict08.html
http://www.netaddiction.com/
http://www.olganonboard.org/
I personally liken this problem to *gambling addiction*- that might help define it better for you.
God bless you.
Alright, I guess I can agree with that.Gambling has the added benefit of a monetary payoff.
Gaming does not change levels of chemicals in your brain to an addictive degree. It does not alter your brain chemistry any more than any other enjoyable activity. The idea that games themselves and that the act of gaming itself is addictive does not hold up to any currently accepted medical, psychological, or scientific data.
There is such a thing as "psychological depedence". This means that something you do may feel vital to your overall well-being but you are addicted to the feeling or effect that your own mind generates in association with that activity. The activity itself is not the focus but its what your own mind does with it. This type of dependence can be attached to ANY activity. From gaming, to knitting, to walking. It is NOT the activity that creates the addiction (As is the case with drugs) but your own mind
Your husband doesn't see what's wrong with his video game obsession? arghh....that's the worst kind. Just out of curiosity, how have you approached him about this in the past? What has your attitude been like?
Alright, I guess I can agree with that.
Gambling has the added benefit of a monetary payoff.
Gaming does not change levels of chemicals in your brain to an addictive degree. It does not alter your brain chemistry any more than any other enjoyable activity. The idea that games themselves and that the act of gaming itself is addictive does not hold up to any currently accepted medical, psychological, or scientific data.
There is such a thing as "psychological depedence". This means that something you do may feel vital to your overall well-being but you are addicted to the feeling or effect that your own mind generates in association with that activity. The activity itself is not the focus but its what your own mind does with it. This type of dependence can be attached to ANY activity. From gaming, to knitting, to walking. It is NOT the activity that creates the addiction (As is the case with drugs) but your own mind
Exactly. I don't think anyone involved in this discussion is suggesting that we need to restrict video games because they are somehow dangerous. I think it's pretty clear that it's the people themselves who need the help.I can agree also. I think you have answered your own question. But, again I think the semantics have become the issue...
Regardless of what you need to label it, it is a PROBLEM.
A very big one at that.
Exactly. I don't think anyone involved in this discussion is suggesting that we need to restrict video games because they are somehow dangerous. I think it's pretty clear that it's the people themselves who need the help.
Well, I have to say that I haven't heard of any video game addicts become crazed gun men. Maybe you should just be happy they aren't addicted to drugs, sex or porn.And what if they become one of those crazed shooters and start murdering people? Would you care if they came after your family?
I don't think this is necessarily true. Not knowing where to put a stamp is a sign of the times, but does not reflect a decrease in social interaction. It's simply a reflection of the fact that physical mail is becoming an anachronism. And, growing up with both kinds of interaction, I can with all honesty say that the communication online does quite the opposite of create of void of social interaction.The more we use technology to speed things along and 'stay connected' the farther we drift apart.
Where playing with friends down the street once filled children's afternoons, now LAN and System Links create a void of social interaction, beyond tactical speech pertaining to games. I took an English class two years ago where several people LITERALLY didn't even know where to put a stamp, or how to address an envelope...that same person spoke often of his PC games.
Yes, it is most definately a problem. But it is a problem that lies in the PEOPLE, not the games. What worries me is people blaming videogames for thier problems.I can agree also. I think you have answered your own question. But, again I think the semantics have become the issue...
Regardless of what you need to label it, it is a PROBLEM.
A very big one at that.
Yes, it is most definately a problem. But it is a problem that lies in the PEOPLE, not the games. What worries me is people blaming videogames for thier problems.
Hillary Clinton is a primo example of someone who doesnt want to take responsiblity. She blames videogames for the degredation of society and would probably do away with them alltogether if she could.
Yes, it is most definately a problem. But it is a problem that lies in the PEOPLE, not the games. What worries me is people blaming videogames for thier problems.
Hillary Clinton is a primo example of someone who doesnt want to take responsiblity. She blames videogames for the degredation of society and would probably do away with them alltogether if she could.
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