A feeling of emptiness, sadness, and/or loneliness

Lack of interest in most of life’s activities, whether work or play

Difficulty with focus, concentration and completing complex tasks

Irritability or restlessness

Desperate attempts to rationalize a return to gaming

Anxiety or depression

Uncontrollable or variable feelings and mood swings

Difficulty with social interactions and facing obligations

Sleep changes, much more sleep or sleeplessness

Feeling intensely drawn to other electronic entertainment

Obsessive thoughts about in-game friends

Fantasies and dreams about video games

Impatience and angry outbursts

Restless, unfulfilling, taunting dreams

Crying

Headaches and nausea