Violent Video Games Affect Cognitive Function and Emotional Control
Violent video games lower brain activity in regions associated with cognitive function and emotional control.
Violent video games lower brain activity in regions associated with cognitive function and emotional control.
Though the brain changes are not permanent, it does show that reactions of children are influenced by exposure to violence and is a pointer to how young minds could be affected by such games.
"Individuals and parents of children who choose to play games need to be aware that there are changes in brain function and they need to consider that when they decide whether or not to play these games," researchers cautioned.
Violent Video Games Withdrawn from Norway Stores After Extremist Attacks
Two video games that far-right extremist Anders Behring Breivik used while planning his July 22 killing spree, have been withdrawn from a number of stores across Norway, one co-op chain said Tuesday.
Two video games that far-right extremist Anders Behring Breivik used while planning his July 22 killing spree, have been withdrawn from a number of stores across Norway, one co-op chain said Tuesday.
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Talking to Children About the Pitfalls of Violent Video Games More Effective Than Bans
According to a new concept in parenting, talking patiently with children about giving up violent video games, has more impact than enforcing a blanket ban on violent video games.
According to a new concept in parenting, talking patiently with children about giving up violent video games, has more impact than enforcing a blanket ban on violent video games.
Study Says Violent Video Games Do Not Desensitize Players
Playing violent video games cause people to exhibit more aggressive behavior, or become less emotionally responsive to violent images, previous research has indicated.
Playing violent video games cause people to exhibit more aggressive behavior, or become less emotionally responsive to violent images, previous research has indicated.
