Am I Playing Video Games Too Much?

2. I have gotten so wrapped up in a game it was impossible for me to put it down.

3. I often play video games late into the night.

4. I have turned down invitations to go out with friends in favor of gaming.

5. I would shower more if I weren’t so engrossed in video games.

6. I feel on edge when I’m not gaming.

7. I need to play more hours a week to get the same feeling as when I started a game.

8. I sometimes lie to my spouse or parents about gaming.

9. Video games are a primary way I divert my attention away from challenges in my life.

10. Video games make me feel safe.

11. People close to me have told me I spend too much time gaming.

12. If I am called away from a game, I often ask for more time before I quit the game.

13. I get notifications about games during the week.

14. I’ve spent too much money on in-game purchases, or wanted to spend more than I can afford to.

15. I have skipped meals in favor of gaming.

16. I have tried to stop gaming and was unable to.

17. Sometimes, I feel as if video games are more in control of me than I am of them.

18. Estimating the total number of hours I’ve spent gaming makes me feel embarrassed.

19. My grades or job performance would probably be better if I spent fewer hours gaming.

20. Getting through a game feels like a chore sometimes.