According to a research review by an American psychologist, playing video games, including violent shooting games, can enhance children's learning, health and social skills.

At the time of this research, there is still a debate among psychologists and other health professionals about the impact of violent media on young people. The APA task force is conducting a comprehensive study of violence in video games and interactive media, and will release its findings later this year.

Isabella Granik of Red Budd University in Isabella said: "A lot of research has been conducted on the negative effects of gambling, including addiction, depression and aggression. We certainly do not recommend ignoring it. It. The Netherlands. The main author of the article. "However, a more balanced perspective is needed to understand the impact of video games on the development of children and adolescents. "

Although widely held views confirm that playing video games is intellectually lazy, according to multiple studies reviewed in such game articles, cognitive skills such as spatial mobility, thinking, memory, and perception can strengthen boundaries. The author found that this is especially true for shooting video games that often use violence. A 2013 meta-analysis found that playing shooting games improves the player's ability to think about 3D things as well as academic courses designed to improve these skills.

Granik said: "This is of great significance for education and professional development, because previous research has proven the achievements of spatial skills in the fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics."

When playing other types of video games (such as puzzles or role-playing), you can't find this kind of enhanced thinking.

The author points out that playing video games can help children develop problem-solving skills. According to a long-term study published in 2013, the more young people play strategic video games (such as RPG, problem solving, and school performance), the greater their progress. Other studies have shown that video games include violent games, but not when children use other forms of technology (such as computers or mobile phones).

Research has shown that simple, easy-to-use, and quick-play games (such as "Angry Birds") can improve player mood, promote relaxation and avoid anxiety. Granik said: "If playing video games makes people happy, then it seems to have inherent psychological benefits and should be considered." The author also emphasized the ability of video games to be an effective tool for learning flexibility in the face of failure. By learning how to deal with frequent failures in sports, the author recommends that children build emotional resilience that they can rely on in daily life.

Another stereotype is that research is a socially isolated participant. The article reports that more than 70% of players play with friends, and millions of people from all over the world participate in a vast virtual world through video games such as Farmville and World of Warcraft. . The author points out that multiplayer games become a virtual social community in which decisions must be made quickly, who to trust or reject and how to lead the team. A 2011 study found that even people who play violent games are more likely to be useful to others when playing games than people who encourage cooperation. 

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