Violent Video Games? Not very...
Playing computer games may actually be good for children, a government study claims after finding no proof that even violent video games trigger aggressive or dangerous behaviour.
They can improve decision making, and apparently can teach "positive learning traits". They can also help children conquer fears and develop a sense of identity. This is what a study launched by the British Government revealed on Sunday the 21st May 2006.
The study was ordered by ministers over concerns that there could be possible links between
bloodthirsty games and real-life street-crime and violence. The fatal stabbing of 14 year-old Stefan Pakeerah caused his mother to start a campaign against violent titles, as Stefan's attacker was said to be obssessed by a game named Manhunt.
Ministers have discussed age-labelling on the games and are understood to be planning talks with the industry about helping parents to choose titles for their children. As there is no proof that even violent video games can affect children's or young adult's behaviour, video games cannot be declared as dangerous to young people. although caution when buying is advised.
The study was ordered by ministers over concerns that there could be possible links between
bloodthirsty games and real-life street-crime and violence. The fatal stabbing of 14 year-old Stefan Pakeerah caused his mother to start a campaign against violent titles, as Stefan's attacker was said to be obssessed by a game named Manhunt.
Ministers have discussed age-labelling on the games and are understood to be planning talks with the industry about helping parents to choose titles for their children. As there is no proof that even violent video games can affect children's or young adult's behaviour, video games cannot be declared as dangerous to young people. although caution when buying is advised.