counseling for
video game
addiction
tulsa oklahoma
Video games can offer
offer an enjoyable way to spend your free time, adding to your list of hobbies and interests. For most people, gaming in moderation is perfectly fine and doesn't pose a problem.
However, some individuals find themselves spending more than three hours a day playing video games or engaging in online role-playing, which can start to disrupt their other priorities and overall life. This excessive gaming can strain relationships because there's not enough time left for friends and family. It might also lead to work-related issues as it becomes difficult to focus and be productive at your job.
Your overall health could take a hit because you may not have time for physical activity, proper sleep, or healthy eating. Other hobbies that help you become a well-rounded, growing, and interesting person may take a backseat because you've lost interest in them or simply don't have time for anything else. Eventually, you might find yourself pausing your video games and wondering where your life has gone.
do you find yourself…
Finding it hard to stop thinking about playing a video game while doing other things
Playing for longer and longer periods without a break
Turning to video games as a way to escape from life's stresses and problems
Using video games to deal with feelings of anxiety or depression
Keeping your game playing a secret from friends, family, and colleagues
Feeling nervous, easily annoyed, or angry when you can't play or try to reduce your gaming time
Making multiple unsuccessful attempts to quit playing games
Overcoming a video game
addiction can be quite challenging because you can't simply avoid technology, like computers and smartphones, which are essential for your daily life. Unlike someone struggling with drug or alcohol addiction, who can stay away from the substances or places where they're available, it's not feasible to completely steer clear of technology in today's world.
So, in addition to developing new coping strategies, you'll also need to learn how to resist the temptation that's always right in front of you. You'll need to figure out how to stay focused on your immediate tasks and discover other interests and hobbies that are equally exciting and fulfilling.
While some individuals manage to
overcome video game addiction independently, many find it to be an incredibly challenging battle, almost like trying to climb an insurmountable hill. Moreover, they might have isolated themselves and lack the support necessary to kickstart their recovery journey. If you're starting to feel this way, it's the right moment to begin the therapeutic process and take your first steps toward recovery.
At Exhale, we've enlisted therapists who are specialists in addiction and have extensive experience guiding clients towards healing and recovery. Your therapist will assist you in reclaiming your life and breaking free from the clutches of addiction. You'll discover how to establish and nurture your support network while learning healthier ways to cope with life's challenges. Together, you'll address past issues that might have contributed to your addiction and identify potential risks that could lead you down the same path in the future.
Your progress hinges on your willingness
to be open and truthful. This allows your therapist to collaborate with you effectively, tailoring their guidance to your unique needs, personality, and life circumstances. Through this journey, you'll discover how to reconnect with the world around you and rediscover joy in the various aspects of your life. Additionally, you'll cultivate new facets of your life and set goals that will pave the way for the fulfilling life you've always dreamed of.