Gaming and Health
Can Gaming Be Healthy?
Here’s why gaming can actually be healthy if played properly.
I have been playing games since my early childhood without realizing their health benefits. But at later stages, I noticed that gaming could actually be healthy physically and mentally when performed well.
Gaming has initially been seen as a leisure activity or a source of entertainment in general. However, later it was proven to have cognitive benefits for regular players. Research into gaming is active.
For example, studies have shown that certain types of games can improve cognitive skills such as problem-solving, spatial awareness, and decision-making. I will introduce them in my upcoming posts.
One of the cognitive benefits of gaming is the improvement of problem-solving skills. Multiple games require players to think critically and devise creative solutions to overcome specific challenges.
These trial-and-error processes can help develop problem-solving skills and the ability to think outside the box. This aspect of gaming appeals to me and motivates me as I work as a designer.
Problem-solving skills are essential for many aspects of life, including academic and professional settings. For example, students who play…
