Extra Life: The Positive Effects of Gaming

Deen Albertini writes, "Over the years, videogames have come under constant attack by the mainstream media. Marked as a proponent of violence, addiction, and anti-social behavior, gaming is seen by many as an unhealthy habit. You wouldn't have guessed it by the way major news outlets sensationalize any gaming-related fatality, but videogames can actually be beneficial to one's physical and psychological health. Videogames are more than just fun to play, they are a way to share an experience with the people we care about the most, to make new friends, and to connect to a vast online community."