Mom's Wrong: Video Games Can Be Good for You
A lot of people tell us that video games do more harm than good. I believe that for our well-being, generally, all things should be done should in moderation. That being said, I feel as though, if played in moderation, gaming can do more good than harm.
In the modern age, we all have a good amount of stress being heaped on our shoulders. School, work, friendships, housework, societal expectations, etc. — we all have obligations that often cause us to be stressed.
By temporarily diverting our attention from our troubles, video games can provide stress relief.
We all have times when it just seems like we're searching for something to do. Perhaps we've recently engaged in some of our favorite hobbies and need a change. Video games are straight-up entertaining.
Depending on what types of games you play, I would argue that games can actually stimulate your brain. Many involve elements of problem-solving. They can make you consider approaching situations/challenges from different angles.
Life can grind a person down. We all suffer setbacks sometimes. Video have can provide a sense of accomplishment. Is it accomplishment that has significant, practical real-life ramifications? Probably usually not. But they can pick you up when you're down sometimes.
Some people have difficulty making friends. Some have conditions that actually make it damn near impossible for them to make one-on-one physical connections with others. Making connections through games can often provide enough of a buffer for some people like this to feel comfortable enough to make friends.
In conclusion, if used in moderation, video games can provide multiple significant benefits. Gamers can be proud to be gamers.
