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Tragic Suicide of Sisters Sparks Online Gaming Addiction Debate

2/5/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Three sisters—aged 16, 14, and 12—died by suicide after leaping from the ninth floor in Ghaziabad, India.
They left an eight-page note saying they could not live without an online Korean game, which their father banned.
Police are investigating the incident, focusing on online gaming's influence and the specific game involved.
The tragedy highlights concerns about minors' online game addiction and its potential life effects.

History

Historical Context

Concerns over video game addiction have escalated since the 1980s, with studies indicating that about 3% of gamers may experience symptoms of this disorder. In 2021, China's government imposed strict regulations limiting minors to one hour of gaming daily, reflecting rising alarm over the mental health impacts of excessive gaming, highlighted by tragic incidents like the suicides of three sisters in Ghaziabad, India.

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Story summary

Three sisters—aged 16, 14, and 12—died by suicide after leaping from the ninth floor in Ghaziabad, India.
They left an eight-page note saying they could not live without an online Korean game, which their father banned.
Police are investigating the incident, focusing on online gaming's influence and the specific game involved.
The tragedy highlights concerns about minors' online game addiction and its potential life effects.

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