AI-powered
podcast player
Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features
What in the World
Gaming disorder: What are the signs to look for?
Nov 11, 2024
Henrietta Bowden-Jones, Director of England’s National Centre for Gaming Disorders, sheds light on the recognized mental health condition of gaming disorder. She discusses the symptoms, including losing control and prioritizing gaming over life’s responsibilities. Personal stories reveal the transformative journey from addiction to recovery. The conversation also touches on global strategies to manage underage gaming, with a focus on China’s unique responses. Practical solutions for treatment and prevention strategies are offered, emphasizing a balanced approach to gaming.
16:28
Episode guests
AI Summary
AI Chapters
Episode notes
Podcast summary created with Snipd AI
Quick takeaways
- Gaming disorder significantly disrupts daily life by causing individuals to prioritize gaming over responsibilities and relationships, leading to severe negative consequences.
- Treatment for gaming disorder resembles that of gambling addiction, emphasizing balanced gaming enjoyment while addressing underlying issues through cognitive behavioral therapy.
Deep dives
Understanding Gaming Disorder
Gaming disorder is characterized by a significant loss of control over gaming activities, profoundly impacting a person's daily life. Individuals may become preoccupied with gaming, dedicating excessive time to it while neglecting other responsibilities, interests, and relationships. Symptoms include avoiding social engagements and losing enthusiasm for previously enjoyed activities, such as sports or family outings, which leads to irritability at home and relationship strain. Recognition of the disorder is essential, as it can result in severe disruptions in school attendance and performance, which may manifest as refusal to attend school altogether.
Get the Snipd
podcast app
Unlock the knowledge in podcasts with the podcast player of the future.
AI-powered
Discover
highlights
Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode
Save any
moment
Hear something you like? Tap your headphones to save it with AI-generated key takeaways
Share
& Export
Send highlights to Twitter, WhatsApp or export them to Notion, Readwise & more
AI-powered
podcast player
Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features
Discover
highlights
Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode