The doctor pointed out that Internet addiction is not judged by the "length of use", but by the core behavior related to addiction, "losing control of playing online games"; the picture shows the situation.

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[Health Channel/Comprehensive Report] During the winter vacation and the Spring Festival, many children play online games all day long. Parents are not only worried about their children hurting their eyes, but also about Internet addiction.

Shen Meijun, Physician of Jialing Health and Psychology, pointed out that Internet addiction can be evaluated through the three phenomena of "PC square", namely priority, self-control, and adverse consequences. The phenomenon needs to last for 12 months, and the combination will cause a difference in life Pay attention to negative influences.

What is Internet Addiction?

Shen Meijun said that in the field of psychiatry or WHO, after years of research evidence and discussions with experts, the consensus is that Internet addiction is not judged by the "length of use" but by the core behavior related to addiction "playing the Internet". Road game out of control" is judged.

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"PC Squared" evaluates game behavior

Whether the child's behavior of playing games has really reached the level that requires attention can be seen by observing whether there is a "PC square" (1P2C).

Phenomenon 1: Priority (Priority)


1P refers to Priority, which means that playing online games has become the main focus of a child’s life, and other things in daily life have become unimportant, and even sacrifice other activities that he originally liked in order to play games .

Phenomenon 2: Self-control (Control)


One of the 2Cs is Control, which refers to the above-mentioned loss of control over online games, whether it is wanting to reduce the use of online games or quitting, replaying soon, or Even if it should be stopped at an agreed time but can’t be stopped, it’s all considered.

Phenomenon 3: Consequence


Another C is Consequence, which means that even if you know to continue playing the game, there will be some bad consequences, such as being late for class, unable to finish your homework, etc., you can’t stop playing; or you know that you are addicted to Games may affect relationships and want to continue playing, etc.

The above-mentioned manifestations need to last for 12 months, and need to be combined to cause negative impacts in different aspects of life, such as academic performance, interpersonal or parent-child relationships, or physical health.

Shen Meijun said that parents may feel anxious when their children see the above-mentioned behaviors. However, if they take a strong way to interrupt their children's behavior of playing games, it may affect the parent-child relationship. It may make parents and children conflict or even less able to communicate.

Doctors advise parents to let go of their own anxiety first, and "caring without criticism" can better understand the possible reasons behind their children's behavior; the picture shows the situation.

(The picture is taken from photoAC)

Find out the reasons behind your child's addiction to games

Shen Meijun suggested that parents let go of their own anxiety first, and "caring without criticism" can better understand the possible reasons behind their children's behavior.

Try to understand what children are playing, and even play with them. From the process of playing, understand the fun and reasons why children are immersed in the game.

These reasons include:


● Frustration in learning or interpersonal relationships, you can get a sense of accomplishment from online games, such as breaking through levels or building interpersonal connections on the Internet

●Escape learning setbacks through games; children have anxiety and depression problems, and use games to alleviate these problems

●Children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, the sensory stimulation and satisfying effect brought by the game, it is easy for children to want to continue playing

●The relationship between the parents in the family is not harmonious, and the child uses this to transfer the emotions from the parents.

Shen Meijun reminded, first understand the reasons and motivations behind children wanting to play more online games, and then have the opportunity to find a suitable method to help them.

If you find that your child has other manifestations such as anxiety, depression or attention deficit hyperactivity other than online games, it is recommended to seek professional assistance as soon as possible.

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