It seems that many view video games as bad and undeserved waste of time. As Svetlana Chigarkova, candidate of psychological sciences and researcher at Lomonosov Moscow State University, said, virtual entertainment improves a number of indicators in the brain. For example, they increase the overall IQ level, develop visual memory and strategic thinking of the user.
In themselves, video games can be useful – for example, giving a person a break and having fun, developing some skills. At the same time, they can become an addiction that hinders a fulfilling life. In terms of benefits, there are already a number of studies showing the positive impact of video games on attention, memory and thinking. For example, video games can develop visual-spatial attention, multitasking. Experienced gamers can improve visual working memory and strategic thinking, general IQ level, depending on the nature of the game.
In addition, video games can become an element of relaxation, psychological stabilization and the like. However, according to the expert, they should not be abused and seek their solace exclusively in video games.
And earlier, we recall, another team of scientists proved that: Minecraft makes people more creative. An enthusiast showed how to make mods – he turned a bakery God of War into a Simpsons game
Source: VG Times
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