Benefits and risks of participating in video games among children and adolescents
10.16835/j.cnki.1000-9817.2026038
- VernacularTitle:儿童青少年参与体感游戏的效益与风险
- Author:
ZHANG Chuanmin, GAO Fei, WEI Huqiang
1
Author Information
1. School of Physical Education, Tianjin University of Sport, Tianjin 301617, China
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Active video games；Health promotion；Child；Adolescent
- From:
Chinese Journal of School Health
2026;47(2):300-304
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
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Abstract:
Abstract:To explore the benefits and risks of active video games (AVGs) for health promotion among children and adolescents, the study reviews relevant domestic and international literature and details the benefits of AVGs, including increased physical activity and energy expenditure, improved physical fitness, better mental health, enhanced social interaction, improved cognitive function and attention, and heightened body awareness. At the same time, it also addresses potential risks, such as gaming addiction and excessive use, sports related injuries and other risks, thereby providing a theoretical reference for children and adolescents to engage in AVGs in a healthy manner.
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