Internet and Video Gaming Addiction in Adolescents: A Preliminary Study in an Egyptian Sample

Abstract

ddiction is a primary, chronic disorder of brain reward, motivation, memory and related circuitry. Dysfunction in these circuits leads to characteristic biological, psychological, social and spiritual manifestations. This is reflected in the individual pursuing reward and/or relief by substance use and other behaviors. Addiction is characterized by impairment in behavioral control craving, inability to consistently abstain, and diminished recognition of significant problems with one’s behaviors and interpersonal relationships. The Internet is extremely an important social and communications tool, and is changing our daily lives at home and at work. There is no doubt that some Internet users