Why Video Games Are Addictive For Adults - By a Programmer
We will talk about how easy it is to become addicted to video games (Minecraft, Fortnite, Roblox, Call of Duty, etc.) and how to prevent you becoming an addict. Taught by a qualified computer scientist with experience of video game programming.
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1 class per week, for 1 week
Single Class Course
50 minutes
Class Duration
1-10 students
Class Size
£50
Per Student
Course Description
In this class, I will teach my students why video games can become very highly addictive and ways to overcome video game addiction.Symptoms of video game addiction:
Are they playing more than 1 hour of video games a day?
Are they becoming isolated from family and friends?
Are they lying to others about how often they play video games, and do they often play in secret?
Do they become upset and irritable when they’re not playing video games?
Are they neglecting work or school to play video games?
Are they avoiding activities they once enjoyed?
Are they skipping meals to focus on gaming?
Are they often tired because they’re not getting enough sleep?
Did you say yes to any of these? If so you need this class fast!
The research will be provided from peer-review papers and research journals to prove how video games can have addictive qualities and the other side effects they can have on the mind and body if spent too long playing them.
My students will also be taught a number of ways they are able to limit the time that is played and ways to use their time more productively.
Please note:
*If you do not see a time or date listed for a class that interests you, please message me with a few possible dates and times and I will do my best to offer a session that will work for your schedule.
Johnathan holds a Bachelors' Degree in Computer Science during which course he learned how to programme video games and the science behind making the games highly addictive, a requirement of the companies who make money from this 90 billion dollar industry.
He has worked with children of all ages in the fields of sports, circus skills and business as a trainer and mentor. He has extensive experience of mentoring and counselling which he applies during this class.
Johnathan has been a martial arts expert since the age of 9. From the age of 16 he worked with various circus teams where he learned many skills. He has travelled the world performing for audiences including Formula 1 events, royalty and international superstars. He is a fully insured fire performer with many skills including bubbleology, staff spinning, juggling and stilt walking, to name but a few.
As a serial entrepreneur who founded three successful companies before the age of 30, my drive to succeed in life began in my teens when I realised the power of positive motivation. I was lucky enough to have a good mentor who guided me through the intricacies of financial management which helped me to understand the value of money, how to identify and seize opportunities to make money and how to manage an investment portfolio.
Johnathan also teaches conversational English to children and adults across the world.
Please note, this class will highlight to students how much of their lives they are wasting on gaming and the harmful effects this has on their minds, bodies and relationships. Some students can find the realisation that video game addiction problem profoundly distressing.
After this class, you may wish to approach local counselling services to find out what professional support is available to you.
Please be aware that addiction is a problem, whether it is video games, drugs, alcohol or any other addictive behaviour. If your child identifies they have a problem, please seek professional help immediately.
