Why do I get mad when he plays video games?

One of the main reasons that video games can make you angry is that video games suppress emotions. However, fMRI studies have shown that if we start playing a video game when we experience these emotions, the amygdala starts to calm down. As a result, our negative emotions get suppressed.

What do you do when your boyfriend is playing video games?

Catch up on the shows that you know that hell never watch with you. Learn a new skill. Join a book club.Plan a girls night. Amuse yourself with social experiments. Take his things and hide them around the house. Start a support group for other Skyrim widows. Buy ridiculous things on QVC.More items •Dec 6, 2013

How many hours of video games is unhealthy?

The bottom-line: One to nine hours per week seems to be safe, but playing more than nine hours -- one hour on weekdays and two hours on weekend days -- may be not recommended for children 7 to 11 years old, said study author Dr. Jesus Pujol.

How do I stop being angry over little things?

One quick and easy way to be less bothered is to focus on the little picture. When you feel yourself getting upset, pause for a moment; turn your attention to whats bothering you and try to frame it in its simplest form.

Is 2 hours a day of video games too much?

The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends no more than two hours per day of screen-based entertainment. Parents should create a “media plan” that dictates what hours a child can enjoy video games without affecting behavior and homework, Radesky says.