Overcome Video Game Addiction with Recovery Ways

At Recovery Ways, we understand that video game addiction is a serious issue affecting individuals and families alike. In partnership with Omega West, our video game addiction rehab program offers both in-person and virtual treatment options. Whether you’re an individual struggling to regain control or a concerned parent seeking help for an adult child, our comprehensive program is designed to help you overcome addiction and reclaim your life.

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What is Video Game Addiction?

Video game addiction, often characterized by an overwhelming urge to game despite negative consequences, is a growing problem in today’s digital age. With 2.6 billion gamers worldwide, video games—especially massively multiplayer online (MMO/MMORPG) games—have become a central part of modern leisure. Although gaming can be an enjoyable hobby, for some it leads to disrupted daily responsibilities, strained relationships, and other significant issues.

Gaming activates the reward centers in the brain, releasing dopamine and reinforcing the behavior. Over time, as your brain becomes dependent on this artificial stimulation, you may find yourself needing to game more frequently to achieve the same sense of pleasure, ultimately leading to addiction.

 

Symptoms of Gaming Addiction

Gaming addiction can manifest in a variety of ways, ranging from mild behavioral shifts to severe lifestyle disruptions. Some common symptoms include:

  • Cancelling plans or socially isolating to play video games
  • Neglecting academic or professional responsibilities
  • Staying up unusually late to continue gaming sessions
  • Ignoring personal hygiene
  • Skipping meals to focus on gaming
  • Becoming irritable if a gaming session is missed
  • Lying about the amount of time spent gaming
  • Experiencing physical health problems such as gamers’ thumb, migraines, carpal tunnel syndrome, or neck pain

 

Video Game Addiction Treatment at Recovery Ways

When you begin treatment at Recovery Ways, you can expect a thorough psychiatric evaluation designed to uncover any co-occurring substance use or mental health conditions. This evaluation ensures that the level of care—whether residential, Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP), Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), or Virtual IOP—is tailored to your specific needs.

Following the evaluation, our treatment programs are individually customized to help you achieve your recovery goals. By addressing both the addiction and its underlying causes, we give you the best chance to overcome dependency and lead a balanced, fulfilling life.

 

Evidence-Based Therapies

At Recovery Ways, all of our treatment modalities are evidence-based and administered by highly trained providers. Our Omega West program employs a range of therapies to support your recovery, including:

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Group Therapy
  • Family Therapy
  • Sensory Modulation
  • Recreation Therapy
  • Occupational Therapy
  • Mindfulness Practices
  • Music Therapy
  • Qigong
  • Relapse Prevention

 

About Omega West and Recovery Ways’ Tech Addiction Programs

Our tech addiction programs, including our specialized approach to video game addiction, were developed by a world-renowned psychologist and are among the most innovative in the field. As one of the top addiction treatment centers in Utah, Recovery Ways is dedicated to addressing various technology addictions—not only video game addiction but also issues related to pornography addiction, online shopping addiction, social media addiction, and online gambling addiction.

Read more about our expertise in tech addiction on Newsweek.

 

Take the First Step Towards Recovery

Recovery Ways and Omega West are here to help you or your loved one overcome video game addiction. Don’t wait—take the first step by verifying your insurance and contacting our team today. Let us help you begin your journey to a healthier, addiction-free life.

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