Karen Tang studies video game addiction to help the world understand the difference between fun and dysfunctional.
“In mid-2018, the World Health Organization added gaming disorder to the International Classification of Diseases, meaning video game addiction is now a very real and clinically diagnosable condition. However, we still know very little about this disorder.”
If you are new to the area of positive psychology, check out my previous blogs on the “Psychology of Self-Compassion” and “A Deeper Dive into the Benefits of Self-Compassion” which examined what self-compassion is and the research supporting the efficacy of this practice. Given that being self-compassionate has a plethora of benefits, in this blog, […]
If you are new to this area of positive psychology, check out my previous blog on the “Psychology of Self-Compassion.” Positive psychology, defined as the “scientific study of the strengths that enable individuals and communities to thrive,” has recently exploded into popularity. Think: mindfulness or meditation, among other buzzwords we use for self-care. Similarly, another […]
Another program of research I’ve been actively involved in since my undergraduate studies has been around health psychology and self-compassion. In this blog, I will dive into the psychology of self-compassion, and how it differs from mindfulness. Most of us have heard about “mindfulness,” as it remains quite the buzzword for self-care nowadays. However, self-compassion […]
In this blog, I will finally dive into the negative consequences that have been linked with gaming disorder, including the consequences associated with physical and mental health. Check out my second and third blogs to understand more about gaming disorder, including what it is and the potential benefits of gaming. Physical health In terms of […]
Check out my second blog for a quick primer on video game addiction: what is it and is it real? Spoiler alert: yes, it is real and is now referred to as “gaming disorder”. Gaming Disorder: What do we know so far? Given that gaming disorder remains a relatively new disorder, researchers across the globe […]
Many of us may be familiar with the game “Fortnite”, as pictured above. Do you recall the viral Fortnite dances that kids, adolescents, and adults partook in? Perhaps “flossing” or the “floss dance” might jog your memory? Video games can be a fun, accessible hobby for many. This is evidenced by the sensation of Fortnite […]
Have you ever read a news article that referred to someone as a “drug addict”? Or maybe you’ve seen “drug abuser”, “druggie”, “pothead”, “alcoholic” or something like that? Using slang like the above can further perpetuate the stigma felt by individuals with addiction. Stigma can be harmful, distressing, and marginalizing for individuals and groups who […]
