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Do video games promote violence?
Children play these games, and feel that if characters can harm others in video games, shouldn’t it be the same if you are not playing games. The influence of violence promotes children to act out and be more violent towards other people.
100
What is one benefit of using the "Player Two" feature?
teamwork, social skills, and delegation.
100
What does "E" stand for?
Content is generally suitable for ages 10 and up. May contain more cartoon, fantasy or mild violence, mild language and/or minimal suggestive themes.
100
According to Ben Kuchera from arstechnica.com, this is the easiest way to understand why your child enjoys gaming.
What is game with them.
200
Can children spend too much time playing video games?
Children spend too much time playing video games. Most video games, with the exception of Wii, people (children) sit in front of the tv and play these games. Many children come home from school and play non educational video games. They come in the following day and say “I didnt do my homework last night because I had to finish a level on my video game.”
200
Of the 1,700 ratings given last year, what percentage were rated "E for everyone?"
60%! An increasing amount of video games are educational and for people of all ages!
200
"T for Teen" is generally recommended for what age group?
Ages 13 and up
200
This is the easiest way to monitor your child’s video game screen time.
What is alarm clock.
300
Their are games with no adult content, can my child play these games?
Advertisements and adult material- Children are able to play games with a Mature label because their parents or older siblings buy the games for them. Children can play “mature” games online by lying about their age to get an account. Many of the violent video games are not meant for young children.
300
How do video games teach children the same skills as driving a car?
A professor of psychology at Merrimack College argues video games teach the same skills we use to drive like how to make appropriate decisions in a constantly changing environment.
300
What makes video game content "M for mature?"
The game may contain intense violence, blood and gore, sexual content and/or strong language.
300
If you notice an unusual shift in your child’s attitude or sentiment they may be experiencing this
What is video game addiction
400
Can internet games be harmful, or are they mostly educational?
With a parents account number, children can access internet games, even if they are underage that is allowed to play the game.
400
What video game, released in 2004, does Scott Steinberg author of “The Modern Parent’s Guide to Kids and Video Games” say has "11-year-olds learning to delegate responsibility, promote teamwork and steer groups of people toward a common goal?"
What is World of Warcraft
400
What is the difference between "M for mature" and "A for adult"
The content is suitable only for adults ages 18 and up. There are PROLONGED scenes of intense violence, graphic sexual content and/or gambling with real currency.
400
How can you prevent your child from getting addicted to video game playing?
You can allow your child the opportunity to open there experiences to more than video game playing. They can participate in sports, after school activities, and youth group. They will also make friends by doing other things they enjoy doing.