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Aviva Launches Policy for Treatment of Gambling Addicts

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July 24, 2019

Niji Narayan

Aviva Launches Policy for Treatment of Gambling Addicts

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Insurance company Aviva has launched a policy for companies to cover workers who need treatment for internet-related disorders like gambling and porn addiction.

“Addictions can have a huge impact on an individual’s mental wellbeing, and to their home and working life. The internet and smartphone apps are leading to technology-driven addictions such as online gaming and sensation-seeking entertainment, as well as a preoccupation with social media,” Dr. Doug Wright of Aviva said.

The policy is available to companies and organisations which employ more than 250 people. Also, children aged 13 and over are covered by their parents’ policy. The policy provides for face-to-face therapies, cognitive behavioural therapy, remote sessions by phone or video link, and in-patient treatment.

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Niji Narayan

Niji Narayan has been in the writing industry for well over a decade or so. He prides himself as one of the few survivors left in the world who have actually mastered the impossible art of copy editing. Niji graduated in Physics and obtained his Master’s degree in Communication and Journalism. He has always interested in sports writing and travel writing. He has written for numerous websites and his in-depth analytical articles top sports magazines like Cricket Today and Sports Today. He reports gaming industry headlines from all around the globe.