Seminar in Bel-Air Congregation raises youth’s awareness on video game addiction

He reminded the attendees that although playing video games is not wrong in itself, engaging in it excessively will bring harm to one’s self. He cited studies that showed that “one who is already addicted to video games would tend to have aggressive behavior, become socially isolated, neglect daily obligations, become more prone to anxiety and depression, and have physical problems from too much gaming such as carpal tunnel, migraines and eye strain.”

Before closing his discussion, Brother Sagucio taught the participants a Bible-based lecture, emphasizing the dangers of being fully occupied with the things of this world which are only temporary. He reminded them to be prayerful so as not to be tempted by worldly desire and in order to remain in their Church membership and active services to God until the end.  

“Through this we hope that the young members of the Church here in Bel-Air are reminded how to manage their time wisely, with focus on not spending too much time on playing video games. Gaming addiction negatively affects one’s mental health and can also hinder one from being full devoted in his services to God,” said Brother Gloverick Parungao, Christian Family Organizations (CFO) overseer of the newly established Ecclesiastical District of Makati. — With reports from INC News Section