Negative Effect Of Video Games On Kids, Rising Problem Of Modern Era

This modern age is an age of gadgets and technology, and we all know how badly most people are addicted to this. Especially kids play games at the expense of their health, homework, sleep relationships with friends and family. When the video game is taken away, they become sad, irritable, and aggressive. Many times they lose control of their emotions and start crying.

So our concern is to discuss how violent video games affect kids. The most popular and addictive activity of kids nowadays is playing video games. Parents are worried due to their video game addiction.

In moderation, playing age-appropriate games can be enjoyable and healthy. Some video games may promote learning and problem-solving and help develop fine motor skills and coordination.

Possible Negative Effects Of Video Games

Video gaming is a multibillionaire industry bringing huge capital to individuals, but on the contrary, it is a big health risk for people also. Doing things within a limit and following proper discipline is necessary. But unfortunately, people did not observe any rules and regulations.

Video games are becoming more developed and realistic day by day. Due to compelling graphics and these kids are more attracted to them. Many of them are online, and they can connect with adults also and may have discussions with them which can be inappropriate for them.

Although games can help in education in a fun manner, there are concerns about the adverse effects of video games on young people who have long-term exposure to these games excessively. Playing video games online with unknown people may harm kids in many ways because they may learn negative things here, like slang or racial and foul language. Because most of the popular games emphasize negative ideas, like killing people and animals, sexual exploitation of women, crime, disrespect of law authorities, and other violent content. Excessive screen time with such violent games and gaming habits can lead to:

• Aggressive behaviors and thoughts
• Immune to violence and horror
• Poor social skills
• Lacking educational capabilities
• Boredom with physical activities
• Criminal Behavior
• Poor Quality Sleep & Vision Problems
• Exposure to wrong values

Aggressive behavior and thoughts

Some scholars say violent video games lead to aggression, reduced empathy, and behavioral issues. The aggressiveness and behavioral changes also depend on the environment and time of exposure to these games. Long exposure results in an intense shift in feelings, thoughts, and behavior. Studies found that long-term exposure to violent media on children who are habitual to playing these games was more likely to shoot themselves.

Immune to violence and horror

The burst of technological advancement and uncontrollable screen time due to gaming addiction has become a mounting issue. Many parents heedlessly leave these gadgets in their kids’ hands for unlimited time to relax without any e-discipline.

An experimental study shows that excessive screen time increases physiological arousal (e.g., heart rate, blood pressure, galvanic skin response).In this study, a methodology called voice analysis was used. The study confirms voice stress.

The effect of violent games is not neglectable because people familiar with virtual violence become immune to violence / less guilty of violence. In severe cases, violence may be a thrill and enjoyable thing for them.

Poor social skills

Socialization is a very crucial aspect of life. Through socialization, a person makes healthy relationships with others. But unfortunately, the gaming addiction of youth has become worse, and due to their addiction socially, they have isolated themselves. Violent content has affected the Pro-Social Behaviour of kids. Studies show video games may affect the quality and quantity of social skills.

Lacking educational capabilities

Poor school grades may be a result of excessive gaming on computers. Because kids engage intensely in-game and after hours of gameplay, they become tired. They cannot focus on their studies properly, which is why their academic performance is badly affected.

Boredom with physical activities

Boredom in physical activities may be a negative effect of video games. Due to less indulgence in physical activity, a child may become obese, weaken the muscles and joints, and numb hands and fingers due to exertion.

Criminal Behavior

Another impact of video games on children is that criminal behavior may develop due to violence in video games. Researchers and policymakers have hypo-sized that excessive violent gameplay may be a reason for the increasing crime rate.

Sleep Deprivation &Vision Problems

Doesn’t your child get enough sleep Or suffer from insomnia? All these questions can be answered by answering this question, Does he uses mobile with proper e discipline?

Yes, excessive gameplay can alter your sleep cycle.

Impairment of Vision is also another issue due to excessive video gameplay. Excessive time with video games can damage your Retina. Health Professionals have warned that eye cancers are also increasing in children due to it.

Exposure to wrong values

Many violent video games contain sexual, racial, profanity, and violent content that children cannot rightly perceive. They can emulate these things in the same manner as exhibited in-game. Their brains are at a developing age, and they cannot differentiate between good and bad at this stage, and the long-term effect of such games can be horrible.

Solution

The pros and cons of video gaming have been discussed. Now it is time to discuss solutions.

• Denial is not the solution, so first of all, you must admit that video games adversely affect your child.
• Controlled gaming time.
• Preview of game content.
• Keep track of the online interaction of your kid while playing online games.
• Don’t let your child play games in a private space like a bedroom, so make sure they play games in public where you can spot the screen easily.
• Parents should also enforce game rules same on them if they are also a gamer.
• Allow your kids to do homework and other tasks, and don’t let them play excessively although they have done their duties.
• Don’t forget physical activities and outdoor games.

CONCLUSION

So the conclusion of the whole debate is to take care of your child before it’s too late.