WHO classifies gaming addiction as a mental health condition
  • 6 years ago
The World Health Organization has listed gaming addiction as a mental health condition for the first time.
The condition has been labeled "Gaming Disorder" and the WHO said the listing will serve a public health purpose for countries to be better prepared to identify this issue.
However, some mental health experts disagree with the classification, with some saying gaming addiction is a unique mental disorder that requires a different solution.
Others say it could lead to young gamers being stigmatized.
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