dealing with addiction.
Options for dealing with video game addiction is not the same as dealing with substance abuse as substance abuse can be treated through chemical means. Video game addiction can really only be treated by identifying the fact that there is an addiction and getting help from a counselor or self-help group. Many times, talking about the problem with people that are in a similar situation can increase a person's motivation to improve. As with substance abuse, video game addiction could potentially be tapered off by playing less and less every day.