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Gaming Disorder

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Gaming disorder has been added to the International Classification of Diseases by the World Health Organization (WHO). It refers to those who are unable to stop playing video and other games due to an addiction. 

The WHO states that playing video games becomes a disorder when you lack self-control over how long you play and when to quit. When that happens, it takes over your life, affects everyday activities, and conflicts with your daily routines. According to WHO officials, excessive gaming is a dangerous disorder that must always be monitored.

A person must be in that behavior for at least a year, either continuously or in phases, for it to be considered a gaming disorder. Gamers prioritize their addiction over their families, friendships, and academics.

One study found that playing video games may be helpful for conditions like dementia and depression. But because gaming is highly addictive, many people play for longer than is healthy. People lose their jobs or miss school classes as a result.

Even when they are aware of the consequences it can cause, many people continue with their addiction.

מילים חדשות מהטקסט

  • Addiction /əˈdɪkʃən/ noun הִתמַכְּרוּת

    an inability to stop doing or using something, especially something harmful

    She has an addiction to playing games online.

  • Disorder /dɪˈsɔrdər/ noun הפרעה

    an illness that stops your body from working the way it should

    Many people suffer from some form of personality disorder.

  • Prioritize /praɪˈɔrəˌtaɪz/ verb תעדוף

    to do something first before other things

    It's always difficult to prioritize work, school, and family.

  • Dementia /dɪˈmɛnʃiə/ noun דמנציה

    a serious illness affecting a person's brain and memory

    This patient suffers from dementia.

  • Consequences /ˈkɑnsəˌkwɛnsəz/ noun השלכות

    result or effect of an action or condition

    The smallest mistake can have big consequences.

שאלות לשיחה

אין כאן תשובה נכונה — אלה שאלות לתרגול דיבור, לבד או מול מורה.

  1. What comes into your mind when you hear the word games?
  2. Do you think playing video games can change a person's personality? Why or why not?
  3. Do you think video games make people violent? Why or why not?
  4. Are video games good for relieving stress?
  5. Do you like playing video games? Why or why not?

בדקו את עצמכם

3 שאלות. בחרו תשובה וקבלו בדיקה מיד.

  1. According to WHO, what does it become when you lack self-control in playing video games?

  2. What do gamers prioritize?

  3. What is the result for people when they become addicted to playing games?

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