Playing video games is a rite of passage for many adolescents, but for some, it could also be the first step to a gaming addiction.

Ever found yourself completely glued to a video game, eyes wide, heart racing, palms sweating—only to realise hours have passed in what felt like minutes?

Let’s be honest: if you have ever used a gamepad, you might have heard that video games will mess up your brain. Maybe a ...

Fourteen-year-olds who were frequent video gamers had more gray matter in the rewards center of the brain than peers who didn’t play video games as much -- suggesting that gaming may be ...

Video games are built to exploit this part of our brain. Kill monster, get points. Complete level, get happy music. Win game, feel satisfied. It's a very simple and primitive part of who we are.

Addiction Sense and Nonsense About Video Game Addiction What does research really tell us about the brain effects of video gaming? Posted March 11, 2018 | Reviewed by Matt Huston ...