Risk-factors for addictive video-game use among adults

Tuesday, September 24, 2013 - 11:30 in Psychology & Sociology

New research indicates that escapism, social interaction and rewards fuel problematic video-game use among "very casual" to "hardcore" adult gamers. Understanding individual motives that contribute to unhealthy game play could help counselors identify and treat individuals addicted to video games.

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