Extended hours of video game play linked to negative physical symptoms
Extended hours of video game play linked to negative physical symptoms
Extended hours of video game play linked to negative physical symptoms
By Eric W. Dolan
March 24, 2024
Summary
A recent study published in Computers in Human Behavior explores the physical effects of prolonged video gaming, shedding light on potential health consequences often overshadowed by psychological concerns. Researchers discovered a correlation between gaming sessions lasting over three hours and various physical symptoms, emphasizing the need for interventions to promote healthier gaming habits. The study, part of the 2022 International Gaming Study, surveyed 955 participants across four countries. Findings revealed a significant portion of gamers experiencing eye fatigue, hand/wrist pain, and back/neck pain, with the frequency of prolonged gaming sessions directly linked to increased risk of physical harm. Aspiring professional gamers and those with internet gaming disorders showed heightened vulnerability to these symptoms.
Reference
Dolan, E. W. (2024, March 24). Extended hours of video game play linked to negative physical symptoms. PsyPost. https://www.psypost.org/extended-hours-of-video-game-play-linked-to-negative-physical-symptoms/