References

References

Suzanne, C. (2009).Gamer study reinforces stereotypes, players say. Retrieved May 13, 2012, from http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/32555719/ns/technology_and_science-games/t/gamer-study-reinforces-stereotypes-players-say/#.T7B10MXhcnV

ScienceDaily. (2007). Benefits Of Online Interaction For Teens Outweigh Danger, Professor Says. Retrieved May 13, 2012, from http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2007/11/071106133103.htm

Video games and the future of learning. (2004). Retrieved May 13, 2012 from http://gise.rice.edu/documents/FutureOfLearning.pdf

Mark, G. (2002). The Educational benefits of video games. Retrieved May 13, 2012 from http://sheu.org.uk/sites/sheu.org.uk/files/imagepicker/1/eh203mg.pdf

10 Benefits of playing video games, (2009). Retrieved May 13, 2012, from http://www.tastyhuman.com/10-benefits-of-playing-video-games/

10 Surprising health benefits of playing video games, (n.d). Retrieved May 13, 2012, from http://www.bestonlinecolleges.com/blog/2011/10-surprising-health-benefits-of-playing-video-games/

Gene, O. (2008). Studies show benefits of playing video games. Retrieved May 13, 2012, from http://medgadget.com/2008/08/studies_show_benefits_of_video_game_playing.html

Final Thoughts

Video Games

I think that playing video games these days are beneficial for everyone one in some way.  As a stress relief, distraction, entertainment, fitness and an outlet for anything you may need to fill a void in your life.

Its up to the individual on how long they spend playing video games.

Video games have come along way from how it was first stereotyped but I guess its hard to get people out of thinking the stereotypical way of thinking.

Video games are made for practically all age groups.

I'm not the the typical Video Gamer I don't look like a nerd nor am I obese nor do I sit on the couch the whole day. I try to balance out my time by going to the gym, studying, socializing and playing sport. 
Playing video games gives me such joy when I'm playing with others or by myself it take me on a journey where I can just fantasize. 

Physical and Mental Exercise

Benefits of Playing Video Games

Video games have changed so much since the day they 1st came out. Not just who plays video games but how we play them now. The benefits of playing video games and the enjoyment.

Before you just use to be able to sit in front of the television the whole day and eat your chips and not talk to anyone and just concentrate on your video game. Now you can chat while playing your video game, play mind games and exercise. 

Video games have now been taken to the next platform of game playing so you can now do Physical exercise to help your health in the comfort of your own home or where ever you play the video game. You can jump around, run around, punch, kick and do all sorts of physical activities based on the type of game you purchase. 

You can even play mind games like problem solving strategic puzzles and memory games which all help in some way to improve your memory.


Video games have also taken the level of education to another platform as you can now learn educational things from just playing video game which has made learning so much fun. So why not just play video game to improve your way of thinking, since you love playing video games you will only get better.

Interaction with fellow Video Gamers

Internet and Video Games...

Welcome to REALITY...

You may be surprised to hear that people can interact with each other while playing video games. If your not surprised then I'm guessing your a fan of video games too. Its another form of social networking. This seems to be another avenue of making friends these days since everything is starting to get digitized.

Thanks to the introduction of the internet being intertwined with video games you can now play with other players not just in your household but in your country and even around the world.

This has taken gaming to the another level of evolution. If your mates cant come over to play a video game with you at your home then, all you need to do is just connect to your internet and then (bam) you can play against each other online.

This lets you interact with so many other players in your Country or around the world so, so much for the way of thinking that you become anti-social when playing video games but you are actually being very sociable with the people you are playing with on the internet.




 

Stereotype

 It's not what it looks like

High I'm Marvin and I Love video games. Its my hobby and also I like to collect insects and write blogs on how awesome it would be to have super powers. 

Yes who plays video games? Nerds? Athletes? Obese People? Emaciated people? Lonely People? Depressed people? Happy people? Men/Women? Girls/Boys?...
Well actually everyone of the types of groups you could be categorized into plays video games that the great thing about video games is that you don't need to be in certain group video games are made for everyone to play and enjoy.

Just because you love and play video games doesn't mean your a nerd or over weight and eat potatoe chips on the couch the whole day. Allot of people play video games for different reasons.

Not everyone is a social butterfly the life of the party and not everyone is built with an athletic body for sports.

If you don't have any passion playing outdoor sports and your passion lies in video game sports then go for it, follow your passion.
Because if you yourself know your capabilities and if your not the outdoorsy person then don't act like someone you not.Know your limitations.  

If your an introvert then be who you are and be proud of who you are. You don't see extroverted people changing themselves to be an the opposite do you? No that's because they are happy with who they are and you have just as much right as anyone else to be happy too.


So if you love playing video games then play them play them to your hearts content break down the barriers that people out up about video games because there will always be haters and people arguing that video games are bad for you well smoking is way worse.

The case for Video Games

Introduction

First and foremost I would like to say from the start of my blog that Video Games are Great Fun. 

It is my opinion that the playing of video games is fun in the same way as you can spend hours on end in front of the television.

The pleasure of getting away from reality when you just need a break or when you have kids and you just want some time for yourself is undeniable. 

Video games have a great way of distracting you from things that stress you out.

Video Games are like tests they test your problem solving techniques over and over again. If you don't succeed the first time you can try it again and its fun.