Video Games Can Be Good For You
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Video Games Can Be Good For You
Discover the Benefits of Gaming
Millions of Americans enjoy video games for their adrenaline rush, companionship, and competition. These virtual adventures offer a chance to become heroes without breaking the bank.
One exciting option is Turner Broadcasting System's GameTap, a groundbreaking broadband entertainment network. For just $14.95 per month, GameTap provides access to hundreds of the best games across multiple platforms.
According to Stuart Snyder, General Manager of GameTap, "GameTap was created to give gamers a wide variety of games, allowing them to experience all types of thrills, from role-playing to puzzle games."
Benefits Beyond Fun
Recent studies and opinions suggest that video gaming offers more than just entertainment. Researchers and critics argue that gaming can enhance reflexes, improve mental abilities, and even reduce violence. While no one advocates for nonstop gaming, there are hidden benefits worth considering.
Enhanced Visual Skills
Research at the University of Rochester, New York, found that frequent gamers improve their "video attention." In one experiment, participants quickly identified shapes like squares or diamonds within rings. Gamers outperformed non-gamers, demonstrating that video games enhance the ability to juggle multiple tasks, such as detecting enemies and avoiding danger. These skills may translate into everyday visual abilities.
Stuart Snyder remarks, "We might think of popular culture as passive, but video games are the most interactive, demanding entertainment medium ever created. They teach players to think on their feet."
Educational Opportunities
Simulation games, where players design everything from roller coasters to cities, can spark interest in mechanical engineering and urban planning. Author Steven Johnson notes, "While my nephew would be bored in an urban studies class, an hour of 'Sim City' taught him how high tax rates can stifle development."
Johnson, author of "Everything Bad Is Good For You: How Today's Popular Culture Is Actually Making Us Smarter," also addresses whether video games fuel aggression. He points out that teen crime rates have dropped since 1975, suggesting that games might serve as a safety valve.
Therapeutic Benefits
Video games may also offer therapeutic benefits. Professor Mark Griffiths of Nottingham Trent University suggests that games can distract children undergoing chemotherapy or treatment for sickle cell anemia and may aid in physical therapy for arm injuries.
Moderation is Key
Like many researchers, Griffiths emphasizes moderation in gaming. GameTap's Snyder agrees, saying, "We love games and have hundreds to choose from, but it's important to put the controller down. A virtual world is fun, but there's no substitute for the real thing."
In conclusion, while video games should be enjoyed in moderation, they offer a range of benefits that go beyond simple entertainment. From improving visual skills to serving as therapeutic tools, games have a positive impact when balanced with real-world experiences.
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