In our increasingly digitalized world, where most of us and even our children own electronic devices with screens, many parents and adults worry about the impact of screen use for themselves and their ...

S1: I'm Andrew Bracken and this is Screen Time , featuring conversations about technology and kids in today's digital age. My kids are addicted to their screens. It's a common phrase many parents ...

Video games have become a global phenomenon, offering immersive entertainment and fostering vibrant online communities. However, for some individuals, gaming can evolve from a fun pastime into an ...

A gaming disorder, sometimes referred to as “video game addiction,” is a pattern of game-playing behavior—involving online gaming or offline video games—that is difficult to control and that continues ...

Screen addiction, like substance addiction, is known to create a spike in dopamine levels. More the screen time, greater the risk of a child getting hooked to a ...

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. The study, published in JAMA on Wednesday, looked at data ...

Video games can boost mental health if used in moderation, but excessive play can harm both mental and physical well-being. Video games are often frowned upon, leading to grounding or even strict bans ...

Playing video games may seem like a harmless way to unwind after a long day at work or school. However, gameplay can ...

The results of a new study from McGill University in Canda reveal how video game addiction in childhood increases the chances of psychosis. 6-year-old Aman sits in his room, playing on his PlayStation ...

Consultant Paediatrician Dr. Deepal Perera has raised concern that children are increasingly facing social and developmental challenges, rather than medical problems, due to excessive screen exposure.

Dear Annie: Several years ago, my wife suffered a stroke. As part of her recovery, her doctor recommended a video game to help improve her hand-eye coordination. At first, it seemed like a great idea; ...