Is there a link between adhd and video games?

Is there a link between adhd and video games?

Is there a link between adhd and video games?

First, there's no evidence that video games cause ADHD. And one large study from Norway that for several years tracked the gaming habits of kids, starting at age 6, found that those who had more ADHD symptoms tended to play more as they got older. But the sheer amount of screen time did not worsen their condition.

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  • 2023-08-07 13:28:10
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What happens to your brain when you play a lot of video games?
Excessive video game use can lead to the brain being revved up in a constant state of hyperarousal. Hyperarousal looks different for each person. It can include difficulties with paying attention, managing emotions, controlling impulses, following directions and tolerating frustration.
2024-02-14 22:55:04


How many hours can a person play video games?
The American Academy of Pediatrics suggests time allotted should be under 30 to 60 minutes per day on school days and 2 hours or less on non- school days.
2024-02-09 06:37:24


How many hours a day should a kid play video games?
Put clear limits on your child's gaming.
The American Academy of Pediatrics suggests time allotted should be under 30 to 60 minutes per day on school days and 2 hours or less on non- school days.
2024-02-06 22:45:16


Is it a sin to play a lot of video games?
Nothing in the Bible unquestionably deems video games inherently sinful.
2023-11-03 22:48:30


Do depressed people play a lot of video games?
Many gamers turn to playing video games because they feel stressed or depressed. They use games as a form of escapism to forget about their everyday problems and life struggles. In moderation, this can be helpful, and video games can provide a means of relaxation or temporary escape.
2023-02-22 17:35:09

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