Parents the World Health Organization has officially stated that addiction to video games is a mental health issue. Many parents have felt it was a mental health issue for years. Today the WHO finally took the step to formally declare it a mental health issue.

I have heard many parents report how violent their teenager becomes without their video games. I have also had teenagers tell me they would become violent if their parents removed their games. I believe the WHO made the right decision.

Watch this segment of GMA on ABC news to learn more. ‘Gaming disorder’ now designated as mental health condition https://youtu.be/axG1tLdutmY via @YouTube

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Dr Rubino is a licensed psychotherapist and he specializes in treating teenagers, children and trauma. Also Dr. Rubino serves as an advocate for children who need IEPs at school. Dr. Rubino received his Bachelor's degree from UC Berkeley & his doctorate from CSPP-Alameda. He is considered an expert and has appeared on T.V. & radio shows about teenagers. He is on the National Board of Alive & Free. Dr. Rubino also is one of the few therapists who conducts an anger management group for teens. He also is a Court appointed therapist for children who are involved in a high conflict divorce. Dr. Rubino has been licensed for 20 years. To learn more about Dr. Rubino visit www.RubinoCounseling.com.

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