Evaluate the Problem
Gaming Questionnaire
Has video gaming become the primary interest and source of pleasure in life?
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Has there been a loss of interest in real life activities such as outdoor hobbies, sports, friends, or spending time with family?
3
When unable to play video games, does the individual exhibit emotions of anger, irritation, restlessness, boredom, sadness, or resentment?
4
Has video gaming had a negative effect on personal fitness, nutrition, or sleep cycles?
5
Have relationships with parents significantly worsened since the start of playing video games?
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Has video gaming had a negative impact on school performance, professional career, or social life?
"Yes" to 2 or more questions indicates a serious gaming addiction.
"Yes" to 4 or more questions indications a critical level of gaming addiction.
We define a critical level as the area where gaming addiction is unlikely to resolve independently over time.