Video and computer games: effect on children and implications for health education.

Journal of School Health, April, 1997 by Dorman, Steve M.

Video and computer-based games have assumed a prominent role in the culture of American children and adolescents. Given the pervasiveness of their influence, it is likely that these games may affect the health and well-being of children. This paper examines the health effects of these games on children, suggests criteria upon which parents and teachers may evaluate the games, and notes some implications for health educators. (J Sch Health. 1997;67(4):133-138)

Video games represent a $7 billion business in the United States, exceeding the $5 billion annual box office sales of the Hollywood movie industry.[1] Nintendo, which launches 8-12 new games yearly, sold 2.2 million copies of its best seller Donkey Kong Country game in the 1994 Christmas season and has sold 7.4...

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