Negative Effects of Online Video Games on the Human Mind
Abstract
Video games can be a fun way to pass the time. However, addiction to these can result in a variety of problems. Video games can have damaging consequences on our minds, bodies, relationships, job performance, and more. Its excessive use is responsible for most of the harmful impacts of video games. Some of the negative effects are: dopamine addiction, emotional damage and social isolation.
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