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What Are the Benefits of Playing Video Games?

Posted on · Some researchers say playing video games can actually be a good thing, especially if they’re designed to change a child’s behavior. That’s what Dr. Tom Baranowski with the Baylor College of Medicine is trying to do with the video games that he’s created. He says these games for health are making a difference in the […]

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What Do Violent Video Games Have to Do With Depression?

Posted on · Past research has suggested that playing hours of violent video games can make kids more aggressive. Now, a study from UTHealth is suggesting another negative side effect of these kinds of games: depression. We’ll discuss the findings and whether this means violent video games should be banned altogether.