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Researchers believe Genetic variant linked to internet addiction
Studies by researchers have revealed a genetic variant is linked to internet addiction. According to researchers at the University of Bonn, it’s the same genetic variation associated with a gene known as CHRNA4 hat has been linked to varied forms of addiction. Over the year’s researchers as a part of their study interviewed 843 individuals about their internet habits, out of which 132 persons were...
Violent images in Games and Movies can trigger aggressive thoughts warn experts
An international panel of experts has warned violent images in games and movies can trigger aggressive thoughts. The International Society for Research on Aggression-IRSA revealed that constant exposure to extreme violent images can trigger feelings stored inside to erupt. The panel has warned parents about the dangers of children getting hooked on to violent games and extreme violence depicted in...