Many parents have the problem of their kids wanting to play computer games that aren't age-appropriate. Parents can quickly get tired of hearing their kids plead "But I played this at Mark's house."
Be aware that age restrictions for games and movies are quite the same. Age restrictions are put up because of the content of computer games, so you should understand its importance. With the technology today, games are very realistic, and violence, nudity, and sexual content make the need for age restrictions. Unwarranted violence is something that you should be concerned about, since it is found in TV shows and movies.
With the realism in computer games, some kids are more affected than others and can have nightmare and paranoia due to them. Also, kids might think that what they do on a computer can also be done in reality. This can lead to them entering into situations they are unable to handle, leading to serious consequences.
Computer games can also influence kids to be violent. They might think that doing some things in a computer game is harmless, when in real life, it could injure or even kill others. In computer games, you just shoot as many guys as you can, without thinking about what they are going through. The line between good and bad is drawn by the game, with no input from the player in terms of choices.
Of course, using the computer isn't all cons. Proponents will tell you that it improves their reaction time, mouse handling skills and so forth. But computer games do not push kids to use their imaginations, to think creatively, to make sensible choices, or live healthy lives. Sure educational games are advantageous, but spending too much time on the computer is never a good thing.
Age restrictions may seem too much for some, but they are made to protect kids. While each child is different, and parents are most qualified to decide what their children can handle, it is a good idea to stick to the age restrictions when you can - the people who put them there have done their research, and have your child's interests at heart.
Be aware that age restrictions for games and movies are quite the same. Age restrictions are put up because of the content of computer games, so you should understand its importance. With the technology today, games are very realistic, and violence, nudity, and sexual content make the need for age restrictions. Unwarranted violence is something that you should be concerned about, since it is found in TV shows and movies.
With the realism in computer games, some kids are more affected than others and can have nightmare and paranoia due to them. Also, kids might think that what they do on a computer can also be done in reality. This can lead to them entering into situations they are unable to handle, leading to serious consequences.
Computer games can also influence kids to be violent. They might think that doing some things in a computer game is harmless, when in real life, it could injure or even kill others. In computer games, you just shoot as many guys as you can, without thinking about what they are going through. The line between good and bad is drawn by the game, with no input from the player in terms of choices.
Of course, using the computer isn't all cons. Proponents will tell you that it improves their reaction time, mouse handling skills and so forth. But computer games do not push kids to use their imaginations, to think creatively, to make sensible choices, or live healthy lives. Sure educational games are advantageous, but spending too much time on the computer is never a good thing.
Age restrictions may seem too much for some, but they are made to protect kids. While each child is different, and parents are most qualified to decide what their children can handle, it is a good idea to stick to the age restrictions when you can - the people who put them there have done their research, and have your child's interests at heart.
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