Is gaming good for you?
The Week Junior Science+Nature UK|Issue 79
Gaming is great fun, but some worry it could be bad for young people's health.
Is gaming good for you?

The International Olympic Committee recently announced that Saudi Arabia will be the host for the Esports Olympics, which are starting in 2025. Esports stands for electronic sports, and is a term used to describe competitive video gaming. Unlike the games you play in your sitting room, it’s usually watched by an audience and there’s a prize at the end for the winner.

Playing video games, whether it’s competitively or just for fun, is very popular. A recent report found that 89% of young people in the UK had played a video game in 2023. However, some people are concerned that too much gaming can have a negative impact on physical and mental health. It’s a booming industry, but is gaming good for you?

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