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When gaming becomes a refuge from real-world problems

I worry my son is using gaming to avoid dealing with being bullied at school and I don't know whether to push him to face it or let him have his escape.

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More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Virtual worlds offer shelter from pain but may also prevent the growth that comes from facing difficulty.

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“Where Are You with Gaming and children?”

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