Violent video games affecting our children.
Exposure to media violence is associated with increased aggression and its sequelae. Unfortunately, the majority of entertainment video games contain violence. Moreover, children of both genders prefer games with violent content. As there is no compulsory legislative standards to limit the type and amount of violence in video games, concerned adults must assume an oversight role.
Vessey
J A
JA
Boston College, School of Nursing, Cushing Hall, 140 Commonwealth Ave., Chestnut Hill, MA 02167-3812, USA. judith.vessey.1@bc.edu
Lee
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JE
D000374:Aggression / Q000523:psychology*; D002648:Child; D002653:Child Behavior Disorders / Q000451:nursing*; D006801:Humans; D024802:Nurse's Role; D010290:Parents / Q000193:education; D012307:Risk Factors; D018910:Video Games; D014754:Violence / Q000517:prevention & control / Q000523:psychology*