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Sonia Sharma

How to tell if your child is addicted to video games - and what you can do to help

With the cold weather and dark evenings, many families may be tempted to find entertainment indoors - and for youngsters, that could mean more video games.

But how can you tell if your child is hooked on gaming and may have an addiction? And what can parents do to help them?

According to experts, a recent report revealed that 8.5% of children aged between 8 and 18 suffer from online gaming addiction. With this in mind, TouchCasino.com has outlined the key gaming addiction signs to look out for in your children, followed by some tips to wean them off gaming.

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