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Video Games Are Actually Good For Mental Health
Earlier this year, a group of Canadian scientists released a study that proved what gamers have known for more than 20 years; video games are good for mental health.
According to the scientists, exergames (or games that require the players motion aka. motion-controlled gaming) can be good for brain function. Scientists reported that the combination of concentration and physical movement (required from many motion-enabled games) slows down the brain’s cognitive decline. Cognitive functions decline as people age, so the additional concentration and focus required to be successful at these games help stave off degeneration.
The study also shows that people who played these exergames proved to be physically healthier than those who do not. In addition to that, the study shows that these games increased one’s decision-making abilities (also known as executive function).
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New Canadian Study Proves Video Games To Be Good For Physical And Mental Health
Earlier this week, a group of Canadian scientists released a study that basically proves what gamers have known for more than 20 years; video games are good for people’s physical and mental health.
According to the scientists, exergames (or games that require the players motion aka. motion-controlled gaming) can be good for the body. The scientists reported that the combination of concentration and physical movement (required from many motion-enabled games) slows down the cognitive decline of the brain. Cognitive functions decline as people age, so the additional concentration and focus required to be successful at these games help stave off degeneration. The study also showed that people who played these exergames proved to be physically healthier than those who do not. In addition to that, the study showed that these games increased one’s decision-making abilities (also known as executive function).
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