Does playing helpful, even heroic characters make kids more prosocial? Research on the effects of video games suggests that it might.
Does your child have a video game addiction? Researchers use several different terms to describe this problem, but whatever the label, it can have serious consequences, and a disturbing number of kids are symptomatic. Learn the signs of pathological gaming, and how we can help kids lead more balanced lives.
Research indicates that screen time can cause sleep problems for children. Exposure to artificial light at night is part of the trouble, but so is the sleep-disturbing nature of electronic content. And individual differences mean that some children are affected more than others. Read more about the risk factors, and the steps you can take to minimize sleep disruption.
Do violent video games have any negative effects on kids? Parenting Science takes a critical look at the research.
Parenting Science reviews the research. Which toys support the development of spatial intelligence? Can educational games teach math skills?
What are the effects of video games on social behavior? Research suggests that some games encourage kids to be helpful and kind.
Studies of video games and attention reveal mixed effects. Some games can boost visual attention, and they may help kids with dyslexia. But there’s a downside.
What are the effects of video games on school achievement? Studies hint that certain types of frequent gaming can reduce a student’s performance in reading. But video games are linked with positive effects, too.
Assessing the beneficial effects of video games Some parents worry about video games, and their worries aren’t unwarranted. Video games can be engrossing, so much so that kids neglect other activities, like school work, chores, exercise, and sleep. There is also experimental evidence that playing violent video games has an immediate, negative influence on our … Continue reading
Someday, educational video games may revolutionize the way we teach our kids. Are there any good games available now?