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posted by malloc at 10:48 am on 2009-11-03 |
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Britain's first computer game rehab clinic opens in UK
A rehab unit which usually deals with issues of drugs, drink and gambling has now opened its doors to gaming addicts which makes it the first ever gaming rehab clinic to open in UK. The new unit also claims that between 5 and 10 percent of parents will know someone who is addicted to a video game.
Broadway Lodge, a residential rehabilitation unit in Weston-super-Mare, treats around 400 addicts a year for a range of issues including, drink, drugs and gambling.
Now it has adapted its traditional Minnesota Method Twelve-Step programme, which slowly weans addicts off a particular vice, for gamers.
Patients undertake group therapy, tapes, videos, therapeutic tasks including vacuuming and washing up, and recreational activities.
The emphasis is on communication with peers and a greater understanding of themselves through shared experiences.
News Source: Telegraph
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