What happens if you stay on video games too long?

What happens if you stay on video games too long?

What happens if you stay on video games too long?

“Consequences of video game addiction can showcase in a number of ways, including wrist, neck and elbow pain, skin blisters, calluses and sleep disorders. Long-term addiction could lead to obesity, weakness or numbness in the hands (peripheral neuropathy) and even blood clots,” Dr. Moberg says.

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How long does it take to detox from video games?
Research shows it will take up to 90 days for our brain chemistry to rewire back to normal dopamine sensitivity levels. And during this 90 days we may experience any of the following: Compulsions, cravings and/or urges to game. Withdrawals, mood swings and/or irritability.
2024-02-12 15:26:18


How long should a 5 year old play video games?
It's good to set video game time limits by age. For kids over the age of 6, the American Academy of Pediatrics says no more than 60 minutes on school days and 2 hours on non-school days. Kids under 6 should spend closer to 30 minutes.
2024-01-21 02:39:03


How long would it take to play all video games?
To beat every video game on The Washington Post's “best of” list for 2021, players would need to devote approximately 200 hours. That's 25 eight-hour days of nonstop gaming.
2023-11-14 21:59:17


What happens if you play video games for too long?
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.
2023-01-15 08:41:41