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ESSAY TOPIC:

‘’WHICH IS THE BEST SPORTS OR VIDEO GAMES’’ INTRODUCTION:

The topic that I chose is very interesting because it talks about two things that are common and popular throughout the world; video games and sport. I will show you the benefits and risks that involve these two activities and to give you my personal opinion n which is best. There are many things that you show know aboutvideo games and sport that could help you understand which are best. WHICH IS THE BEST: SPORTS OR VIDEO GAMES Computer and video games are popular pastimes for many children,but very little research has been done on how these games affect children’s health. It may be appropriate to look at research studies into the consequences of watching television because computer or video games , liketelevision involve no physical activity.

Researchers believe that electronic games are associated with an increases risk of childhood obesity and can cause injuries in the hands if there is overuse. The sedentary nature of playing electronic games could also increase the risk of developing muscle and joint problems such as back and neck pain and headaches. While computer or video games are fun andoffer benefits such as improved spatial awareness, parents should keep in mind that the excessive use of video games is what causes problems.

HEALTH RISKS OVERUSES INJURIES

Overuses injuries to the hand can be caused by repeatedly pressing buttons on a computer or video game controller, the type of injury depends on the kind of excessive button pressing , for example , a game that needs theplayer to press a button with their thumb risks hurting the thumb. There is a connection between television watching and obesity. Generally , the more hours spent in front of the television , the greater the of obesity. Since electronic game playing is sedentary too, investigators believe that the health effects are similar.

Research shows that adults who work at computers for long periods oftime are the ones to a variety of muscle and joint problems that can cause back pain, neck pain and headache. A few studies have been done on the muscle and joint problems children may experience from game playing, but investigators believe that impact on a child’s posture and spine may be similar.

EYESTRAIN Eyes that are focused at the same distance point for long periods of time becomefatigued. Symptoms include blurry vision and headache.

Another affect the video games can cause is Photosensitive epilepsy which is a rare condition characterized by seizures in response to flickering light. A very small percentage of electronic game players may be sensitive to some games that feature rapid flashing graphics. But there are also Benefits for playing computer and video games that manypeople don’t know and show take into consideration. Playing video games is a lot pf fun, and computer and video games offer other important benefits. Depending on the game, some investigations shows that playing can improve:

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Spatial awareness Iconic skills (reading images or diagram) Visual attention skills(such as keeping track of various objects at the same time)

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Attention inchildren with attention problems.

Now I’m going to detail sports benefits and risks: Sports are group games and individual activities involving physical activity and skills. Sports help children develop physical skills, get exercise , make friends , have fun, learn to play as a member of a team, learn how to play fair , and improve self-esteem problems. Participation in sports is a great way ofstaying active and it offers wonderful rewards for menta health. Being involved in sports has been proven to help children learn valuable skills for dealing with life’s situations. They teach you how to interact with others and work as a team. This skill makes it easy to work with others in other ways such as on a class project or a school play. Sports also help you become more independent and...