How many hours a day should a kid play video games?

Put clear limits on your child's gaming.
The American Academy of Pediatrics suggests time allotted should be under 30 to 60 minutes per day on school days and 2 hours or less on non- school days.

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2024-02-06 22:45:16

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Can a 100 year old play video games?
There is no age limit for gaming. You should play games into your old age to keep your reflexes, motor skills and hand-eye co-ordination sharp.
2024-02-09 11:10:36

Should a 2 year old play video games?
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that children spend no more than 2 hours a day in front of a computer (or TV) screen. Children under 2 shouldn't have any screen time at all. And if your child wants to stop playing, don't try to stop him.
2023-12-26 20:48:28

How often should a 12 year old play video games?
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends no more than two hours per day of screen-based entertainment. Parents should create a "media plan" that dictates what hours a child can enjoy video games without affecting behavior and homework, Radesky says.
2023-10-18 16:16:17

Can a 60 year old play video games?
A study of 140 seniors over 63 years old concluded that both regular and occasional video gamers reported greater well-being, social functioning, and health than non-gamers. In addition, they reported significantly lower rates of depression among people who play video games than those who don't.
2023-08-19 04:09:42

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