Goa, May 23 -- Gaming has become an obsession that's not easy to give up. It's common to see someone sitting quietly in a corner, phone in hand, eyes locked in intense focus-playing not just for fun, but with frustration, anxiety, and aggression. So absorbed are they in virtual battles that their real lives begin to suffer. Gaming addiction rarely makes headlines, yet its consequences are visible everywhere. Today, industry giants ensure every age group is targeted, whether it's PUBG, Free Fire, or even something as seemingly harmless as Candy Crush.

Escaping stress, entering a new trap

"We used gaming to escape stress, but now that escape has become the biggest stress itself," said Ganesh Suktekar, a postgraduate student, reflecting on...