An increasing number of games are now using virtual reality because of its ability to create appealing immersive worlds. Is ...

A new study revealed underlying mental health issues may be to blame for video game addiction, a finding that could have ...

Teens who have depressive symptoms and social issues are more likely to get stuck in a cycle of problematic gaming.

Screen addiction among children can pave the way for them to become hooked on gambling, alcohol and drugs a Scottish expert has warned. Tony Marini, senior therapist at Castle Craig rehab centre ...

A new study finds that addiction to social media, mobile phones and video games is linked to a higher risk of suicidal thoughts and behaviors.

Gaming excessively during summer break increases a child’s video game addiction risk. Some parents are filing lawsuits against video game makers. Here’s why.

Does your kid often neglect home responsibilities or schoolwork to play video games or scroll social media? They may be addicted. Here’s how to help them.

Preventing future addiction in children is compelling, yet the changes that are requested would apply to all users of the games and is therefore not narrowly tailored for children.

From Pong and Pac-Man to Minecraft and Fortnight, video games have always been a lot of fun. Sometimes, however, gamers become fixated, compulsive or — ...