Gaming 1
What is online gaming?
Online gaming is the act of playing a video game over the internet, usually with friends or strangers.
Name 5 online games
Roblox, Minecraft, Fortnite, Animal Crossing, League of Legends and more.
What are the dangers of online gaming?
Online predator, cyberbullying, identity theft, and addiction
What is gaming addiction?
An unhealthy obsession with gaming.
What is your favourite online game?
State why it is your favorite
What causes gaming addiction?
The game design, a strong desire to escape reality, the need for social approval, and possible mental health problems
How can someone get help?
trying to go out more/doing more outdoor activities, calling Kids Help Phone, making a screen time limit, talking to a mental health provider, or trying to stick to a limited amount of gaming.
What are the signs of online gaming addiction?
Constantly thinking about gaming, the need to spend more time gaming to satisfy the urge.
Name a game that starts with the letter M.
Minecraft, more.
How can someone stay safe while playing online?
Having strong passwords, don't talk to strangers, keep personal things private, and watch out for catfishing.
What are the negative factors of online gaming?
mental health issues, eye strain and poor posture, and isolation and addiction
What are the positive factors of online gaming?
improved cognitive skills, enhanced social interaction, and reduced stress
How does online gaming affect the health of students?
Higher instances of depression, social anxiety, and loneliness.
How old should someone be to play online games?
10+
What are 5 warning signs of online gaming addiction?
Sadness or anger if the game is taken away
Not wanting to do anything but play
Lying about how much you are playing
Losing a job or friends due to your gaming
Why are video games addictive?
Teenagers and other people may become addicted to gaming because of mental health conditions, difficulty processing emotions, social and environmental factors,
How can online gaming help build social connections?
group collaboration, breaking social anxiety, connecting with kind people, and more.
How can parents/guardians/ friends help with someone's online gaming habits?
talking to them about it, making them go outside, and more.
How does online gaming influence negative social behaviour?
Cyberbullying, addiction, social isolation, and more.
Do you think online gaming improves mental health?
Defend your answer.
How does excessive online gaming influence sleep patterns?
Gamers may stay up late leading to poor sleep quality.
What role does gaming play on mental health disorders?
Social isolation, disruption of healthy routines, and avoidance of real-world problems.
Do you feel online games have a positive or negative community, and why?
Defend your answer
What are the physical risks of sitting for long periods during online gaming?
sleep disruption, eye straining, poor posture, and more.
How does the design of certain online games contribute to the development of addictive behaviours in players?
Endless gameplay, competitive ranking, progression and levelling systems, and more.