The WHO is recommending video games as an effective way to stop the spread of COVID-19, one year after adding 'gaming disorder' to its list of addictive behaviors
of "Gaming disorder" includes such indicators as "increasing priority given to gaming to the extent that gaming takes precedence over other life interests and daily activities."
Despite the classification, which goes into effect in January 2022, WHO ambassador for global strategy Ray Chambers said in a statement that he hopes the gaming industry can "reach millions with important messages to help prevent the spread of COVID-19," according to Chambers said game companies will encourage players to maintain distance from others as well as practice good hygiene, like handwashing. He also tweeted a post from the #PlayApartTogether campaign on March 28 in apparent support.As USA Today notes, video gaming isn't only a means of distraction during the current pandemic.
Singapore Latest News, Singapore Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
13 of the Best Online Video Games That'll Make You Feel SO NostalgicHere are 12 of the best online video games to play that serve as a much-needed distraction and will keep you occupied while you're inside.
Read more »
Congratulations! You Directed Grimes's New Music Video.Grimezsz is green-screen ready for you to make her new music video 𝔀𝓱𝓪𝓽𝓮𝓿𝓮𝓻 you want it to be
Read more »
Tana Mongeau Details Suicidal Thoughts & Xanax Addiction in New VideoTana Mongeau reveals she almost killed herself and how she overcame addiction and depression to come out the other side a better person
Read more »
DaBaby's 'Find My Way' Video: Watch
Read more »
Video Rules Amid Coronavirus, While Audio Streamers Trickle BackWeek two of the U.S. economic shutdown shows the bottom continuing to fall out for physical sales, while streaming’s decline wasn’t as steep.
Read more »
G20 trade ministers meet by video to tackle coronavirus impactTrade ministers from the Group of 20 major economies convened an extraordinary video conference on Monday to come to grips with the blow to global trade from the coronavirus pandemic and weigh how to overcome disruptions to supply chains.
Read more »