Benefits of video games to treat childhood disorders
Many parents think that videogames are not good for children, but if the videogame is used, the results in the youngest are usually optimal. Another factor that influences when assessing whether a videogame is beneficial or not for a child is the time spent in front of a screen, since playing for a
Many parents think that videogames are not good for children, but if the videogame is used, the results in the youngest are usually optimal. Another factor that influences when assessing whether a videogame is beneficial or not for a child is the time spent in front of a screen, since playing for a while is positive, therapeutic and fun , but when it is not Do something else start the problems.It can not be denied that it is the favorite pastime of most children, and the videogame industry has evolved so much and in so many fields, that it is a therapeutic tool in some cases since it helps children to reason, to take decisions, to be oriented
, to improve their attention capacity or their coordination. We explain what are thebenefits of video games to treat childhood disorders.
What are the benefits of video games to treat childhood disorders? Currently there are many video games for children that include the online option or
multiplayer
among their game modes, something that helps and in what way children with socialization problems , as they can interact with another child with their same tastes, without 'face-to-face' and from the comfort of the home sofa. It is difficult for parents to understand, but really through this type of videogames can create true bonds of friendship, encouraging teamwork and loyalty. If your child suffers from attention deficit, video games can also be a positive 'weapon' when the child gets to focus on a specific activity, but beware of overexposure to video games in children with this type of problems, since they can generate ainverse effect
to the desired one. Parents with children with motor or vision problems can also find in video games the perfect ally to help their children to gradually work their skills until, in many cases, the problem disappears completely. For example, first-person shooter games help improve the lazy eye. The new peripherals of the current videoconsoles will encourage children to move in a coordinated way to advance the games. In
children with autism videogames can also act in a positive way, as long as the video game does not contain explicit violence or is a role play since it will foster a challenging attitude in the child, with behavior problems, hyperactivity and hostility . While if the game is educational or sports genre is shown that their behavior becomes more calm and submissive. Diego Fernández
. Editor of Guiainfantil.com
