Video game addiction is defined as playing video games excessively to an unhealthy degree, most commonly among those aged 10-18. Games are designed to be addictive by fulfilling human psychological needs easily and providing escapism. Consequences of addiction include chronic back pain, neglecting family and friends, migraines, and long term sleeping problems. While 12% of gamers showed signs of addiction in 2009, addiction can be avoided by moderating play time and prioritizing school and family over games.

1. Video Game Addiction
By Mackenze Crowe

2. What is video game addiction?
1. It’s the act of playing video games extremely often to a
point where it’s unhealthy
2. It’s most common among 10-18 year olds

3. Why do people become addicted?
1. Games are made to addict
2. They fulfill the psychological needs of humans very
easily
3. They provide escapism for any troubled person

4. What are the consequences?
1. Chronic back pains
2. Neglect of family and friends
3. Migraines
4. Long term sleeping problems

5. Some statistics:
1. The video game industry made 10.3 billion dollars in
2002
2. A study conducted in 2009 showed 12% of gamers
demonstrated addiction

6. How is this relevant?
1. We are in the ideal range to be addicted
2. It can have a very heavy impact on us because were in
school

7. How can this be avoided?
1. Moderate video game play time by scheduling them
2. Don’t prioritize video games over school or family

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