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2018-01-23 10:17:54
My 18 yr old son is addicted to online games. And if he is not playing he is watching YouTube videos of games. He is totally unaware of his surroundings and it's affecting his studies and his health. He is overweight. What can help him get rid of this addiction?
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It is a lifestyle disorder. The very roots are in the mind. If possible kindly go for an online consultation with a psychiatrist.

Answered2018-01-24 03:14:40

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