On one hand, the American Psychological Association released a statement in 2015 warning of the effects of violent video games. While the games have become more realistic and engaging ( addicting?), the nature of the relationship between gameplay and aggression is still hotly debated. I remember spending many hours playing Mortal Kombat on the classic Nintendo and, looking back, wonder if my parents worried about the toll it would take on my temperament. There is certainly nothing new about this mentality: It was prominent in my 80s-era adolescence as well. Conventional wisdom and media headlines would have one believe that those who play video games are more at risk for engaging in a host of anti-social behaviors.
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