Have you ever felt like this about your favourite game?
- I can’t stop thinking about it
- I have to play it every day
- It’s a really big part of my life
- I think I’m addicted to it
- Sometimes I even dream about it
At Childnet, we don’t often use the word ‘addicted’ because it makes it sound like you have no control. But remember that there’s always something you can do if a game is on your mind a lot.
Top Tips
- Talk to someone. It’s not unusual to feel like this and talking to someone will make you feel better. They might be able to give you some helpful tips too!
- Take regular breaks. This will give your brain a break from the game and give you an opportunity to think about or do something different!
- Find a healthy balance. Try and find some other things you enjoy – maybe an offline activity like a sport and use this to balance out the time you spend playing games.
Remember – games have been designed to be fun and exciting and to keep us coming back for more. But you and your family are in charge of how often and when you play.