Computer dependence, the Internet or computer games has long been on the international list of classification of diseases OCD-10. It is understood as pathological use of a computer or the Internet., which is reflected on the mental, physical, economic and / or social sphere. After reading this article you will learn, What are the symptoms depending on the computer.
Addiction to computer games is treated in the same way, like others psychological depending on. It can relate like a child, and an adult. You can become addicted to the Internet, computer, game console or computer games, chats and other virtual activities.
Symptoms of game addiction
- time, spent on a computer or console dominates other activities, eg, meeting with friends, study, work, other interests, and even food or sleep;
- inability to use a computer or play a game, causes irritability, feeling unwell, aggression, boredom, apathy, and in extreme cases even depression;
- hyperactivity;
- anxiety disorders;
- insulation;
- disturbances and changes in mood;
- trouble falling asleep and insomnia;
- trouble concentrating;
- neglect of duty;
- virtual relationships become more important than real ones;
- spending large sums of money on new games, accessories for games, equipment or characters in games, which significantly affects the budget, eg, makes it impossible to pay bills or consumes all savings.
Important!!!
People who are addicted to games and computers are often aware of the problem, feel the accumulated difficulties in life and try to limit time themselves, conducted in virtual reality, but, unable to estimate the time spent playing. Their mood swings and other behaviors, computer work affects relationships with loved ones, which often gives rise to conflicts.