The Influence of Computer Games on The Physical and Mental Health
Today many children are keen on computers and especially computer games: in the game they cease to be passive observers, and have an opportunity to actively influence the events of the virtual world. But society and families often have discussions that from computer games children become stupid, cruel... so what's there, all the troubles of the world because of computer games! At what most often, I hear such statements from people who are far from computers...
So let's try to figure it out!
I will not deny that a lot of parents do not monitor the amount of time a child spends with gadgets! What games does the child play (after all, the age limit is indicated in the games, but who cares?). In such cases, the consequences can really be sad:
Depletion of the nervous system (nervous breakdown)
Psychological dependence
Chronic stress
The sense of reality is lost
Insularity (Lack of social development)
Who's to blame?
In this case, as I believe, only the parents are to blame! Neither the producers of computer games nor, especially, the computer games themselves! We live in a rather "convenient" time. Why give your child attention and engage in development? You can give him a gadget and forget about him existence... And then, when everything goes to hell, accuse in all yours omissions, errors in education and failures, these satanic computers and computer games!
Is there any benefit?
There are many computer games of cognitive and developmental orientation! These games helps to children:
Open the mind for new (Expand their horizons)
Understand general awareness of different sciences
Develop the child's logical thinking
Develop accurate eye and speed of reactions
Form planning skills
I'm not even talking about the fact that a child can achieve really amazing results and build his life connected with computer games!
Bottom line (my opinion)
In fact, the question is not about the danger or benefits of computer games... Like many things related to the upbringing of children, the essence of the matter here lies in the very fact of upbringing! Either parents devote time and energy to this question, or not. There is always will be millions reasons why stupid, lazy or just "unskillful" parents will not take responsibility for their actions or, as in this case, inaction! Just as parents take care of the quality and sufficient amount of food for the child, they should take care of the quality and quantity of computer products consumed by the child! Interest the child in training and developing games, prevent the use of low-quality games and monitor the time the child spends in "alternative rality". Only parents can give the child what he need, what will interest him to live in the real world!
Sincerely, Terry Craft.
I too agree with this post. Computer games are good but we mustn't addict to them. There should be a balance. Then it will be ok.
This is very true. Most of the time the parents are the ones that 'take the easy way out' by submitting their children to computer games, just as long the children leave the parents alone. In fact most parents are in a way addicted and spending too much time on their screens!!
What can a "addict" teach? To the fact that this is the only true way... Many are too early to raise children, they need to first solve their problems and understand who they are in life!
haha...yes that is very true. Monkey see monkey do!!
Great blog. I agree with you. Try and tell a parent who is smoking a bong in the bedroom, while their 6 year old plays Call Of Duty though. Tests have been done that show a violent game can have immediate affects on a child's ability to feel empathy, as opposed to a sports game which has no effect.
There are so many games appropriate, and even somewhat beneficial, for kids why any parent would let their small child spend hours shooting simulated human beings is beyond me.
Exactly! I really share your point of view! Child's ability to feel empathy - realy very important issue in this all!
Nice blog sir keep it up #moderntechnology
When a child is addicted to gaming, it can lead to some strange behaviour... even gradually withdrawing from his/her peers.
Thanks for sharing this information @terrycraft
Gaming is good.
I love and my kids love it.
My kids are better problem solvers and identify logic patterns way quicker than I did.
Their gaming society is amazing and their ability to play together is heart warming.
Limits need to be placed on the time spent. Content needs to be monitored as well as the social interactions.
You gleen alot about you kids by what they like and how they conduct themselves.
Fun!
I was a hardcore mmo player and my social skills increased why? Communication over voice was the key to succeed in arenas. Met a lot of friends of diferent backgrounds. I think as a father, I would let my kids play just because it could enhance a lot of their cognitive skills and problem solving.
Thanks @terrycraft for sharing. Thank you Mario! but our princess is in another castle!
Haha ) Have a nice day @sam99! And mario of course :)
I use to be pro gamer not so back like 2013-2014, had to end all of this as it was taking so much time and cutting down you lifestyle and making your ass super fat :P Thanks for sharing, enjoyed it!
As the saying goes - The balance is important in everything! Another question is that often we are too lazy to eat "normal" food and carry our fat ass to the gym :)
Nice question, fries are favorite food for most gamers, however it's just a point of view, so many levels you have to trade your time with anything :P
So true! :)
I play Minecraft to chill out.