Internet And Videogame Addiction

EDM number 2606 in 2010-12, proposed by Keith Vaz on 17/01/2012.
Categorised under the topics of Children and Leisure.

That this House is deeply concerned by recent research which suggests that frequently using the internet or videogames can have a physical effect on the brain, similar to that of drugs or alcohol; notes that both neuronal connections between brain areas and brain functions including emotions, decision-making and self-control are affected; calls for further research to be conducted into these serious findings; and further calls for the NHS to provide effective support to those who suffer from internet or gaming addictions.

This motion has been signed by a total of 7 MPs.