Video Game & Internet Addiction articles by Dr. Brent Conrad http://www.ideamarketers.com/library/profile.cfm?writerid=153274 Psychologists, therapists, and doctors have different opinions on whether internet addiction is caused by another psychological problem or actually causes issues like depression, anxiety, and low self-esteem http://www.ideamarketers.com/?articleid=2198514 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 08:00:00 EST http://www.ideamarketers.com/?articleid=2198514 Parents trying to help a child or teen addicted to computer games face a number of challenges Some parents mistakenly believe that the first step is to get the child to admit that he / she is addicted to computer games http://www.ideamarketers.com/?articleid=2150013 Tue, 05 Apr 2011 08:00:00 EST http://www.ideamarketers.com/?articleid=2150013 What does the research really say about the effects of video game violence in the real world The surprising conclusions are not as clear as many would like to believe Violent video games do have some negative effects, but they appear relatively lim http://www.ideamarketers.com/?articleid=1523136 Thu, 30 Sep 2010 08:00:00 EST http://www.ideamarketers.com/?articleid=1523136 Why are video games addictive A psychologist lists three psychological reasons why online computer games and mmos may encourage excessive play and unhealthy gaming habits http://www.ideamarketers.com/?articleid=1507001 Wed, 22 Sep 2010 08:00:00 EST http://www.ideamarketers.com/?articleid=1507001 Before seeking help for internet addiction, make sure to read these five important tips on choosing the right psychologist or therapist Effective internet addiction treatment depends on selecting the proper interventions and working with a therapist http://www.ideamarketers.com/?articleid=1501989 Tue, 21 Sep 2010 08:00:00 EST http://www.ideamarketers.com/?articleid=1501989 What are the harmful consequences of computer game addiction If you or someone you know is addicted to computer games, reading this list and knowing the potential negative impacts can be the first step towards recovery http://www.ideamarketers.com/?articleid=1486777 Wed, 15 Sep 2010 08:00:00 EST http://www.ideamarketers.com/?articleid=1486777 Should video game addiction be an official diagnosis Five arguments for and five arguments against classifying excessive gaming as a clinical disorder are presented http://www.ideamarketers.com/?articleid=1483190 Tue, 14 Sep 2010 08:00:00 EST http://www.ideamarketers.com/?articleid=1483190 What are the psychological symptoms of video game addiction Ten key signs that someone is addicted to video games and could benefit from making changes to gaming habits http://www.ideamarketers.com/?articleid=1481066 Mon, 13 Sep 2010 08:00:00 EST http://www.ideamarketers.com/?articleid=1481066 What do parents absolutely need to know if they have children addicted to video games Ten critical points from Dr Brent Conrad, a psychologist who specializes in the treatment of video game addiction http://www.ideamarketers.com/?articleid=1479201 Sun, 12 Sep 2010 08:00:00 EST http://www.ideamarketers.com/?articleid=1479201 A review of five resources and treatment methods individuals can use to overcome video game addiction As computer game addiction becomes more prevalent, it is important that those suffering from this problem find appropriate help http://www.ideamarketers.com/?articleid=1475585 Fri, 10 Sep 2010 08:00:00 EST http://www.ideamarketers.com/?articleid=1475585