Who are the most addicted to online games?

Who are the most addicted to online games?

The digital age has revolutionized the way we interact and engage with each other, with online games becoming an integral part of modern entertainment. With the rise of the gaming industry, an increasing number of individuals have found themselves glued to their screens, immersing themselves in virtual worlds, and competing against each other. However, with this increase in gaming activity has also come the worrying phenomenon of online gaming addiction.

According to various studies and statistics, there are several demographic groups that are more likely to become addicted to online games. The WHO defines gaming disorder as "a pattern of behavior that includes an excessive and compulsive involvement in computer gaming, social gaming, mobile gaming, or gaming console gaming that interferes with the user’s physical and mental health, as well as social and professional functioning".

Who is most likely to get addicted?

Based on available data, it seems that certain demographics are more susceptible to developing online gaming addiction.

• Adults aged 18-34: According to the WHO, 75-90% of gaming disorders occur among individuals under the age of 35, with the most frequent onset being in the 18-34 age group.

• Male individuals: Statistically, more male gamers (70-80%) tend to become addicted to online games compared to female gamers (20-30%).

• Countries with higher gaming addiction rates: Researchers have found that countries such as South Korea, China, and Taiwan have some of the highest gaming addiction rates worldwide.

Age is just a number: Who are the most addicted among children and adults?

Online gaming addiction can strike at any age. While it may be more common among young adults, some alarming statistics reveal that:

• 40% of children aged 6-16 experience addictive behavior when gaming

• **50% of adult gamers between 18-35 reported addictive behaviors