Gaming addiction now recognised by World Health Organisation

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Gaming addiction now recognised by World Health Organisation - The disorder has been put in the same category as gambling addiction

Gaming is a hobby enjoyed by billions of people all over the world and, despite what you may see in the media, for the vast majority of people it is a harmless pastime. However, in some cases gaming can become more than just a hobby, and the World Health Organisation (WHO) has now recognised gaming addiction as a distinct mental health disorder.

According to their new classification, gaming...

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