1. Preoccupation with video games/Internet
2. Use of video games/Internet in increasing amounts of time in order to achieve satisfaction
3. Repeated, unsuccessful efforts to control, cut back or stop video game/Internet use
4. Feelings of restlessness, moodiness, depression or irritability when attempting to cut down use of video games/Internet
5. Jeopardizing or risking loss of significant relationships, jobs or educational or career opportunities because of video game/Internet use
6. Lying to family members, friends, therapists or others to conceal the extent of involvement
7. Declining grades or failing classes
Eve Becker is an award-winning editor and writer. She is the former Editor-in-Chief of Chicago Health magazine and Caregiving magazine, as well as the former Managing Editor of Tribune Media Services. She is a highly skilled communications professional, and has created content for a variety of platforms, including magazines, newspapers, websites, newsletters and nonprofit organizations.
