What are the symptoms of gaming addiction in children?

Symptoms include irritability, sleep disruption, poor academic performance, social withdrawal, and shorter attention spans.

What is 'virtual autism'?

'Virtual autism' refers to autism-like symptoms, such as speech delay and poor social response, observed in very young children due to excessive screen exposure.

Does the district mental health program address mobile phone addiction?

No, the district's mental health program does not officially track or treat mobile phone addiction, focusing primarily on substance abuse.

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Children's Gaming Addiction Surges, Mental Health Gaps Exposed

11 Feb

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Summary

Gaming addiction symptoms include irritability, sleep issues, and social withdrawal.
District mental health program fails to track or treat mobile phone addiction.
Some children exhibit autism-like symptoms due to excessive screen time.

Children's Gaming Addiction Surges, Mental Health Gaps Exposed

Physicians in Gurugram are observing a notable increase in children presenting with symptoms of gaming addiction, including irritability, sleep disruption, and diminished academic performance. The immersive nature of many video games is contributing to stress and anxiety in young minds. Experts are also raising concerns about 'virtual autism,' a condition where very young children develop autism-like symptoms such as speech delays and poor social responses due to prolonged screen exposure.