Understanding Video Game Addiction with Dr. Koichi Tanji

In this episode of the Lime Insider, Dr. Tom Moorcroft discusses video game addiction with Dr. Koichi Tanji, a naturopathic physician and addiction specialist. The conversation covers the signs and symptoms of video game addiction, its potential impacts, and similarities with substance abuse. They discuss strategies for identifying and treating gaming addiction, the risks involved, and how to foster healthier relationships with technology. The episode emphasizes the importance of awareness and offers insights into managing screen time for both children and adults.

00:00 Introduction to Video Game Addiction

00:38 Meet Dr. Koichi Tanji: From Boxer to Addiction Specialist

01:11 The Rise of Screen Time and Its Consequences

02:17 The Importance of Addressing Video Game Addiction

06:17 Understanding the Symptoms of Gaming Addiction

09:20 The Psychology Behind Gaming Addiction 12:53 The Dangers of Unsupervised Internet Access

18:17 Strategies for Managing Gaming Addiction

21:58 Impact of COVID on Screen Time

22:24 Pandemic Screen Time Statistics

23:43 Understanding Gaming Addiction

24:36 Treatment Approaches for Gaming Addiction

26:59 Parental Guidance and Healthy Coping Skills

30:34 The Importance of Boredom and Creativity

35:08 Final Thoughts and Future Conversations