Respiratory physician Lutz Beckert considers chronic obstructive pulmonary disease management, including the prevention of COPD, the importance of smoking cessation and pulmonary rehabilitation, and the lifesaving potential of addressing treatable traits. He also discusses the logic of inhaler therapy, moving from single therapy to dual and triple therapy when indicated, as well as other aspects of management
When gaming becomes the only route available to meet basic psychological needs
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When gaming becomes the only route available to meet basic psychological needs
Saturday 5 October 2019, 09:00 AM

Addiction to video gaming can have catastrophic effects on people’s lives
MENTAL HEALTH
The reason people play games is an important and distinguishing feature of gaming addiction. This article explains how gaming draws people in by targeting several psychological needs. Guidance is also given on how to identify and help patients with gaming addiction
Key points, The six criteria for gaming addiction are based on the impact the behaviour has on the person’s life.
Gaming draws people in by meeting their psycho
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