Gaming can be fun and even beneficial — but for many children and teens, it can quickly slip into unhealthy patterns. Easy access, immersive gameplay, social pressure, and the emotional escape gaming provides can all make screen time hard to manage.

A mindful, balanced approach allows children to enjoy gaming without letting it take over their lives.

Gaming addiction, recognized by global health bodies, appears when a child loses control over gaming, prioritizes it over daily responsibilities, and continues despite clear negative effects.

Parents can help by setting clear screen-time boundaries, offering offline alternatives, using parental controls, and talking openly about gaming habits without judgment. Schools and communities can support by promoting digital-wellbeing education and encouraging real-world activities that balance screen time.

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