You play video games? If so, you are not alone. Video games are becoming more common and are becoming more and more popular with adults.
And if you are a mother, it is likely that you have a teenager who is a gaming enthusiast. It is an excellent source of leisure for teenagers. Although these games have been for decades, today's sophisticated games require players to pay close attention. Teenagers engage at a deeper level by playing, both emotionally and physically.
Are video games good or bad for your teenager? In a way, it's both good and bad. Read on to learn about the positive and negative effects of video games on children and adolescents
Positive Gaming
- Problem solving skills
- Decision making, rapid and alert analysis, imminent thinking
- Anticipation strategy
- Encourages teamwork
- Video games burn more calories than board games
Negative Gaming
- Agitate feelings of aggression
- Increase the likelihood of antisocial behavior
- Poor school work and argumentation
- Increased depression and anxiety
- Undesirable effects on health
Eliminating gaming completely from your child's life could be difficult.
However, you can reduce the negative impact they have on your child. Here are a few tips:
- Know the evaluation and rating of the video games your child plays
- Do not install video game equipment in your child's room.
- Set the limits on the frequency and length of time your child is allowed to play video games.
- Monitor your child’s consumption of all media: video games, television, movies and the Internet.
- Watch your child's Internet use: there are now many "video games" available to play online.
- Take the time to chat with your children about the games they play or about other media they are watching. Ask your children how they feel about what they see in these video games, television shows or movies. This is an opportunity to share your feelings and get closer to your child.
- Share with other parent’s information about some games or ideas to help each other in parenting.