POINT OF INTEREST: NATION ADDICTED TO…COMPUTER GAMES

Recreational and hardcore drugs are very rare in Korea and punishments for their use and possession are extremely harsh. Instead, many of the nations youth appear to be addicted to computer games. The overwhelming array of computer-game oriented stores and boutiques as well as TV shows is evidence enough. Whether this is a healthier alternative to light recreational drugs is quite debatable. It seems as though numerous hours sitting at a desk, eyes glued to the computer screen, would have both negative mental and physical effects….it certainly makes for uninspiring conversation with such addicts!