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"textContent": "Pre-teens who struggle to control their video gaming habits are more likely to have psychotic-like experiences a year later, a new study has found. McGill University researchers and colleagues at Maastricht University found that 12-year-olds who showed signs of problematic gaming were more likely to experience mild paranoia, unusual beliefs, or disturbed perceptions at age 13.",
"title": "Some young gamers may be at higher risk of mental health problems, but family and school support can help"
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