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Online gaming. Those words alone are enough to make some parents cringe in agony. The concept of versing opponents via the Internet isn’t as new of a concept as most think. As early as the mid 1990’s, Nintendo were experimenting with online gaming with their Super Nintendo console (mostly in Japan, where a hardware add-on linked up players within a certain geographical distance via the then ‘cool’ dial-up modem).
Since then, both the Internet and gaming populations have increased significantly. In today’s technological age, playing online is becoming increasingly common, mainly due to;
a) more affordable Internet packages (greater download limits and cheaper fees), and
b) cheaper consoles and online subscriptions fees.
Whilst many reports will tell you that the average gamer these day’s is a 30 year-old male, online gaming addiction still affects the younger, teenage demographic just as much. Whilst fun in moderation, online gaming has opened the door to many negative side effects – such as social awkwardness, increased anger and anxiety, and damaged relationships with family and friends.8 Reasons Why Teens Are Increasingly Addicted to Online Gaming
