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Video Games can cause many health problems when played in excess. However, all problems can be prevented by adjusting the time spent playing and the games played.
Video games are often blamed for bad eyesight, yet they are shown to improve the contrast in players' vision by about 50%.
Video games are also blamed for obesity, yet playing games in moderation can reduce time spent sitting on the couch, and playing certain games can actually get players active and ward against weight problems.
Other common complaints include addiction and repetitive motion injuries, both of which can be prevented and treated.
In sum, video games can be bad for your health. However, when used correctly, they are perfectly safe and can even contribute to your healthy life.
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When children used video games more times which part of the brain not responding?
Actually, Video games improve your mind, all 4 parts of the brain are getting "exercise" while playing video games. But still playing too long on video games is bad for your health,(but you will have cat like reflexes :)!)
Are video games bad for your health and brain?
Video games can actually be very good for your health and brain. They are shown to improve vision, memory, mental fitness, physical fitness, and can treat a variety of mental disorders including Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. There are many "bad" things video games can do to your health, so a player must always be cautious. However, every complaint can be prevented by changing the way you play. Obesity, for example, can be prevented by changing the kind of game you play, and the frequency at which you play. As for mental health, video games have a good reputation across the board. There is little evidence to suggest that video games decrease brain activity. Many are educational, and almost all create new pathways in the brain that can actually prevent conditions like dementia and Alzheimers. Essentially, video games can be bad for your health and brain when used incorrectly. However, when used properly they can be an excellent asset.
Do bad kids play video games?
Yes some bad kids do play video games but there are nice kids also.
Why are video games bad for kids?
video games are bad for kids they aren't the best at any cause they will possibly give you brain damage, lack of exercise , and make you over weighted
Why are video games bad for your health?
Video games can be bad for your health when played in excess. They are often blamed for causing obesity, repetitive motion injuries, et cetera. However, all problems can be prevented by moderating the time spent playing games. Obesity is only caused in extreme cases when play interferes with the player's real life, and discourages them from exercising or doing other activities. By reducing the time spent playing video games and making sure many activities are available for the player that support healthy living, obesity can be prevented. Most other problems blamed on video games can be prevented simply by examining the situation and adjusting the time spent playing and games played.
