The very popular computer game, World of Warcraft (WoW) has become more of a virtual reality world for most of the players. Literally nothing can distract them from the mezmerizing images of warlocks, dragons, and rogues on the computer screen. You can even get an application on your iTouch called "WoW Armory", so that you can always stay connected to what gear you can buy. With the world of technology booming you don't even need to go out with your friends, instead you can just play with eachother online. In my opinion, WoW is a bit of a life ruiner if you get too intensly addicted. It's like virtual crack, once you're hooked you can't stop and you lose track of time and reality. People of all ages play this game, but this doesn't mean you have to let your children. WoW is a semi-violent game so what is this teaching kids about violence? This is like the power rangers dispute in how the kids after watching the show became more violent towards eachother. Now kids will be argueing about how "my priest is better than your rogue!" I always wanted to check it out and see what this fantasy world is all about. What does the media have to say about this? The media perpetuates this by having famous people act in their World of Warcraft commercials. Mr. T, Ozzy Ozbourne, William Shatner, Verne Troyer (Mini-me), and Jean Claude Van Dam. The media sugar coats this and doesn't speak of the negative effects, just make it seem like they'll have a good time if they play it. Nothing about how highly addictive it can be, how much money you'll be paying, or the hours spent playing it. They make it seem really interesting and try to persuade people to buy the product. What about the kids who are too young to have a job so obviously their parents are the one's who are paying for the CD-rom game and the 15 dollars a month game card? It can become an expense, and if you're paying for it, shouldn't you know what it's all about? Parents should be more aware about the dangers of these violent video games, and effects that it has on children.
According to Wow Gold Blogger, "Research shows that kids who play violent video games showed an increase in emotional arousal and a corresponding decrase in activity in brain areas involving self control, inhibition, and attention". That's not a very good sign if you ask me. Video and computer game addictions are a serious matter and are not to be taken lightly. In the video below, this tennage boy plays WoW for 12-16 hours a day, and doesn't go to school or have a job. All he ever does is stare at his computer screen. His mother begins to break down realizing that her son isn't just playing a game, but has become a computer junkie. One can notice that he gets frustrated easily over the game, banging his desk with his fists. A lot of people who play these games do get frustrated and lack attention to anything else.
According to Wow Gold Blogger, "Research shows that kids who play violent video games showed an increase in emotional arousal and a corresponding decrase in activity in brain areas involving self control, inhibition, and attention". That's not a very good sign if you ask me. Video and computer game addictions are a serious matter and are not to be taken lightly. In the video below, this tennage boy plays WoW for 12-16 hours a day, and doesn't go to school or have a job. All he ever does is stare at his computer screen. His mother begins to break down realizing that her son isn't just playing a game, but has become a computer junkie. One can notice that he gets frustrated easily over the game, banging his desk with his fists. A lot of people who play these games do get frustrated and lack attention to anything else.
Oooooo you don't even want to get me started on the cons to W.O.W! That's all I see when I think of the game, no pros. the video is about a 16 yr. old but try to imagine a 19 or 20 year old choosing the game over EVERYTHING else. It's sad how these boys (and girl apparently) get sucked in. Although I have to admit it leads to some hilarious videos on You Tube being posted. Like the kid who flipped out because his parents canceled his account...his little brother taped it and then posted it for the world to see. I admit I have watched it and laugh each time but deep down I really do feel sorry for the humiliation the kid is probably going through now....all because of how addicted he got to this stupid game.
ReplyDeleteI believe that kids who play video games seem to be more violent than those who are not as much exposed to those games. The people who market these games should be lawfully responsible for the people who commit these violence when acting out these games. If they dont want to be held responsible for it then they should make some better and less violent games.
ReplyDelete