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Punt addiction occurs as form of psychological addiction related to a compulsive apply of computer and video games, most notably MMORPGs - open ended, online computer game known for their depth, breadth, & social interaction. Humans suffering from either this form of addiction could experience incredible cravings to play a game & may as well suffer symtoms of withdrawal when they prevent swimming a game. Victims affected will likewise enter hanker periods of self-euthynnus social isolation where friends and personal come excluded. A single lesson of this is the gamer widow, the term utilized to designate a mate or even significant other who has been neglected because of the video game addiction.
EverQuest Daily Grind
A blog about game addiction from a former gamer. Includes stories and letters from past and present addicts.

Video Game Addiction: Do we need a Video Gamers Anonymous?
Student research paper on games addiction by Mary Schlimme.

Video Games Clues to Addiction
Short report on a research study that showed that gaming stimulates production of the neurotransmitter dopamine, which is related to addiction.

Families Against EverQuest
A support network for those adversely affected by game addiction.

Online Gamers Anonymous
Twelve-step support network for gaming addicts. Includes news, explanation of the 12-step approach, and forums.

Parentreport: Video Game Addiction
Background information and message boards for parents concerned about video game addiction in children and teenagers.

Yahoo! Groups : EverQuest-Widows
A large, international, support group for those effected by game addiction.

Gameaddict.org.uk
A support site for game addicts. Includes news, stories, articles and forums.


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