INTERNET AND VIDEOGAME ADDICTION

Early day motion 2606, tabled 17 January 2012 by Keith Vaz (Labour). Signed by 7 members.

That this House is deeply concerned by recent research which suggests that frequently using the internet or videogames can have a physical effect on the brain, similar to that of drugs or alcohol; notes that both neuronal connections between brain areas and brain functions including emotions, decision-making and self-control are affected; calls for further research to be conducted into these serious findings; and further calls for the NHS to provide effective support to those who suffer from internet or gaming addictions.

Signatures by party: Labour 5, Liberal Democrat 2.