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Gaming Disorder – A contemporary concern

While many individuals enjoy playing video games as a form of relaxation, approximately 2% of gamers worldwide are estimated to suffer from 'Gaming Disorder'. This is characterized by impaired control over gaming, where gaming is prioritised over other daily activities, schoolwork, and social relationships, despite the occurrence of negative consequences and severe distress to themselves and their families.

Apart from 'deviation from social norms', outline three definitions of abnormality. Refer to the article above in your answer.

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  1. A Level
  2. /Psychology
  3. /Definitions of abnormality

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