Band 6+: Nowadays many people have access to computers on a wide basis and a large number of children play computer games. What are the negative impacts of playing computer games and what can be done to minimise the bad effects?

These days many people including children have computers, laptops or tablet and they using it for some programs especially games. However this can have a negative impact on children, yet many parents do not prevent it. It can cause a variety of psychological problems for humans. Accordingly, parents should reduce the time their children spend using devices such as computers and tablets.

First of all, playing games is not always bad but the time spent on the game is significant from a health perspective. But in nowadays many children to prefer playing game instead of some sports or hobbies. For example, playing a lot of games on the computer can lead to both eye and psychological disorders. If they manage to allocate their time properly, it will be safe for them.

There are several ways to minimize these negative effects. Firstly, parents should set reasonable time limits for gaming. For instance, children could be allowed to play for one or two hours after completing their homework. Secondly, parents should encourage children to take part in outdoor activities. This can help them stay physically active and develop social skills. In addition schools can educate them about the importance of balancing screen time with study, social activities and exercise.

In conclusion, excessive computer games can cause many health problems, affect children’s education and reduce face-to-face communication. However, these problems can be solve if parents control gaming time and encourage them in sports, social activities and study.