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... > social science subjects > communication and media studies > media studies > media and society > youth and media > computers and electronic media > positive uses of electronic games
... > social science subjects > communication and media studies > media studies > media and society > youth and media > media education > positive uses of electronic games

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positive uses of electronic games  

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  • Until very recently, most reported effects of video games on children and adolescents centered on the alleged negative consequences. These included video game addiction, increased aggressiveness, and various medical and psychosocial effects. [Source: Encyclopedia of Children, Adolescents, and the Media; Electronic Games, Positive Uses of]

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