On 11th International Classification of Diseases (ICD) will include the condition "gaming disorder".
Some contries already specified it as major health issue.Private addiction clinics are buildup in some contries to treat this disorder..Dr Richard Graham, lead technology addiction specialist at the Nightingale Hospital in London, welcomed the decision to recognise the condition.
"It is significant because it creates the opportunity for more specialised services. It puts it on the map as something to take seriously."
But he added that he would have sympathy for those who do not think the condition should be medicalised.
"It could lead to confused parents whose children are just enthusiastic gamers."
He said he sees about 50 new cases of digital addiction each year and his criteria is based on whether the activity is affecting basic things such as sleep, eating, socialising and education.
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