Gaming Disorder

WHO's recognition of 'gaming disorder' upsets video game enthusiasts, makers, but could usher in necessary reform

Last month, after several years of consideration, the World Health Organisation released the 11th edition of the International Classification of Diseases (ICD-11) which added “gaming disorder” to its official list of identified mental health conditions

Compulsively playing video games qualifies as a mental health condition, says WHO

The World Health Organisation says that compulsively playing video games now qualifies as a new mental health condition.

Gamers beware: WHO classifies 'gaming addiction' as a real affliction that can hamper personal and social well-being

According to the document, when gaming starts affecting a person’s judgement and has significant personal and social impact, it needs treatment.