Study says nonviolent video games are good for your brain
Go ahead, launch another Angry Bird. According to research cited in the Wall Street Joual, frequent gaming can improve everything from decision-making processes to your ability to multitask. In addition, a study of 491 middle schoolers \"found that the more children played computer games\" the better they performed on creativity tests.
That's not to say that their findings were all One Ups and bonus rounds; studies do show that violent games can negatively affect brain function. \"There has been a lot of attention wasted in figuring out whether these things tu us into killing machines,\" analyst Joshua Lewis said. \"Not enough attention has been paid to the unique...features that videogames have outside the violence.\"
Good or bad, has gaming affected you?
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Mike Gallagher is a Georgia-based freelance journalist covering local news, community developments, and regional issues that matter most to residents across the state. Writing for Georgianewsday.com since 2016, Mike has built a reputation for clear, balanced reporting and a strong connection to the communities he serves. His work spans city council decisions, school board updates, small business features, public safety reports, and statewide policy changes. In addition to local coverage, Mike occasionally reports on state politics and national headlines, offering readers context on how broader decisions impact Georgia communities. Known for his steady, fact-driven approach, Mike prioritizes accuracy, fairness, and accessibility in every story. Whether covering a town hall meeting or breaking political developments, he aims to inform readers with clarity and integrity. Outside the newsroom, Mike remains actively engaged in Georgia’s civic landscape, always seeking the next story that shapes the state’s future.
