Millions of Australian women play video games in some form or another, with mums using them as a way to unwind and connect with their children.
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Gamification, education and our children
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Millions of Australian women play video games in some form or another, with mums using them as a way to unwind and connect with their children.
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Managing your kids’ internet use can be a headache, even when you’re a tech-savvy parent. We found some solutions…sort of.
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Victorian coroner says 13-year-old’s parents and school were not aware of risks posed by extensive gaming or how it related to behaviour
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A US game has got regulatory approval to help treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.
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For lots of kids, the IRL world can be lonely. 'Lego Star Wars' and 'Super Paper Mario' helped my son focus and find a community.
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Last summer, Allen Roach saw something that really disturbed him: His then-11-year-old son, Peyton, used a sword to slice off the arms and legs of characters in a virtual reality medieval fantasy game, Blade & Sorcery, then threw the dismembered digital bodies off a bridge.
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My daughter said What Remains of Edith Finch would be an emotionally intense family tale. She was right in all the wrong ways
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If you’re looking for a video game for your next family game night, these are the games we recommend for all ages and skill levels.
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Over a third of patients stuck on waiting list after referrals double in a year
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Your game console collects plenty of information, but with a few settings changes, you can limit how much data you share with strangers or companies.
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Video games appeal to all ages, but when do they become a distraction for parents?
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Computer games may be filling a void left by friendships that fell away over lockdown
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"Open Roads" is an upcoming adventure about the ups and downs of a mother-daughter relationship.
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Introducing Labo Fit Adventure Kart: A total-body exercise program that gets you fit while playing Mario Kart! The Labo Fit Adventure Kart Kit allows you to control your kart by pedaling on the Bike-Con and steering and shooting items with the Ring-Con.
Like many people, I find seeking the motivation to exercise impossibly difficult. That's why this year, I decided the only way I'm going to get fit is by combining exercise with Mario Kart. So I designed and built an entire system of custom accessories and sensors to allow me to control Mario Kart while exercising! This video goes into detail behind why and how I created it.
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Children who play video games on a school night are more likely to get better grades, according to a new study.
Experts say the research challenge
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A day ahead of release, a reviewer's seizure prompts changes to the hotly anticipated game.
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In the midst of a pandemic, it’s delightful to imagine doing whatever you like without worrying about making a living.
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When a child is exposed to inappropriate content in gaming it can be damaging to their wellbeing. Understanding classifications can make all the difference.
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The World Health Organisation has classified gaming disorder as an addiction. But it involves more than just playing videogames for hours on end. Here's how to spot it and what you can do about it.
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“We are noticing the negative effects of this game, particularly on boys and most concerning, on boys in K-2,” it said.
Shellharbour public school in NSW told parents: “The ability to communicate online whilst playing these games is leading to moments of online bullying, the use of inappropriate language and abuse.”
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The World Health Organization will add “gaming disorder” to its International Classification of Diseases in 2018.
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There is agreement that violent video games lead to aggression. But one can't accurately predict a rampage shooting based on exposure to violent video games or any other single factor.
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Fears that violent videogames will cause people to be more violent are understandable, but unsupported by current research — social and developmental factors are better predictors of violent behavior. In fact, some violent videogames may actually lead to the development of empathy, understanding, and even moral behavior.