Ghaziabad : In a tragic incident in Ghaziabad’s Wave City area, an eighth-grade student, Yash (15), ended his life by hanging himself after being scolded by his mother for playing games on his mobile phone.
Yash, the only child of Ram Prasad Yadav and a resident of Mainpuri, was living with his parents in a rented accommodation in the Lal Kuan area. On Friday, Yash was engrossed in his mobile game when his mother reprimanded him. Deeply hurt by the scolding, Yash took the extreme step of hanging himself.
The incident occurred while his parents were at work. Upon returning home, Yash’s mother discovered him hanging and immediately informed the authorities. The Wave City police, along with the field unit, arrived at the scene and initiated an investigation.
Mobile game addiction is a growing concern among adolescents. Studies have shown that excessive gaming can lead to several adverse effects, including poor academic performance, sleep disturbances, and social withdrawal. The constant need for stimulation from mobile games can also lead to increased irritability and impulsivity, making young individuals more prone to emotional outbursts and drastic actions.
Experts emphasize the importance of monitoring and regulating screen time for children and adolescents. Open communication between parents and children about the effects of gaming is crucial to prevent such tragic incidents. This heart-wrenching event has cast a pall of gloom over the entire locality, leaving the community in deep sorrow.
