How can one try to cure a video game addiction

Video games can be an escape to many, a time where they are in control and they can be whoever they want to be. Negative sides to this addiction can include social seclusion, eye strain and obesity. Physiological issues may develop due the graphic and violent nature of some video games. Some ways to cure video game addiction could be to start to cut down on the amount of hours played gradually until it reaches a more manageable level. Secondly one could find a different use for their time, taking up a different hobby such as fitness, arts and crafts or simply socializing. The trick is to realize that the real world is better than that of a video game, and by spending so much time on video games, the addict is missing out.