What positive effects do video games have on children?

Problem-solving
But many others — from puzzles and mysteries, to managing virtual cities or empires — offer kids the chance to take on a problem and work to find a solution. Some researchers say kids who play these video games improve in three areas: planning, organization, and flexible thinking.

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2023-10-03 07:44:05

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What are the positive effects of strategy games?
Strategy games improve teamwork and decision making skills.
The games often require players to make decisions similar to those done in business, such as resource allocation, spending, and using resources.
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Do video games have a positive effect on mental health?
Mental health recovery
Playing video games can help people better cope with mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
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What are the positive effects of violent video games?
Violent video games provide opportunities for children to explore consequences of violent actions, develop their moral compasses and release their stress and anger (catharsis) in the game, leading to less real world aggression.
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What are the effects of video games on children?
Too much video game can lead to poor social skills, time away from family, school work and other hobbies, lower grades, reading less, exercising less, becoming overweight, and having aggressive thoughts and behaviors.
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