What is a good age for kids to play video games?

What is a good age for kids to play video games?

What is a good age for kids to play video games?

Put clear limits on your child's gaming.
The group recommends even lower limits of under 1 hour of total screentime per day for children under 6 years old, and they encourage parents to determine the appropriate amount of time for video games and other electronic media use for children over the age of 6.

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  • 2024-01-21 00:13:48
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What age should you let your kids play video games?
For kids over the age of 6, the American Academy of Pediatrics says no more than 60 minutes on school days and 2 hours on non-school days. Kids under 6 should spend closer to 30 minutes. It's also appropriate for parents to know and approve the games their kids are playing. Avoid any games with graphic violence or sex.
2024-02-06 00:56:39


How many hours should kids play video games?
It's good to set video game time limits by age. For kids over the age of 6, the American Academy of Pediatrics says no more than 60 minutes on school days and 2 hours on non-school days. Kids under 6 should spend closer to 30 minutes.
2024-01-06 23:42:10


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 many parents dont let their kids play video games?
How many parents let their kids play video games? 37.4% of parents let their children play video games online with anyone, 50.6% allowed their children to play online with their friends only, and 12% didn't let their children play online at all.
2023-12-25 08:15:33


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

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