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Do gamers make good soldiers?
« on: June 15, 2014, 01:28:18 PM »
I think the verdict is still out on this...

http://science.howstuffworks.com/gamer-soldier.htm

Whether it's Space Invaders on the Atari 2600 or Halo on the Xbox 360, no video game has been without people eager to point out its benefits and dangers. Concerned parents have led the continued demand for studies on video games to determine the impact of media on their kids.
Can video games make you better at school or on the job? It's true that games can be educational and improve hand-eye coordination, which have positive real-life applications. Studies of violent video games, though, suggest a correlation between the games and increased aggression and anti-social behavior. So, whether or not you benefit could have more to do with which games you choose to play.

No matter the game, however, there are universal concerns that significant time spent playing games can negatively affect your physical and mental health. For example, increases in childhood obesity are linked to kids exercising less, which may be attributed to watching television or playing video games. Innovations like the Nintendo Wii game console address this with a "get off the couch" approach, requiring the player to balance on a board or move their arms to control game play.

This article explores whether those who play video games make better soldiers. Is the first-person shooter experience a realistic introduction? Do gamers have better tactical skills? Let's start with a general look at how video games can aid in education and training.

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Do gamers make good soldiers?
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Re: Do gamers make good soldiers?
« Reply #1 on: June 16, 2014, 02:45:50 PM »
Good article.

Always interested in the topic.

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The study found that past and current video game players participating in a laparoscopic surgical program had around 33 percent fewer errors and more than 25 percent faster completion than their non-playing colleagues.

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Recurring themes in the studies find that those who play violent video games are prone to increased aggression and anxiety, with brain scans providing supportive evidence.

I find it fascinating that some people will question the influence of video games on the mind yet readily accept that 30 second ad spots on TV can influence purchasing decisions of consumers.

Considering the amount of time spent exposed to video games for the average gamer, it is without a doubt going to affect them in various ways...both good and bad as the above quotes from the article can attest.




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Re: Do gamers make good soldiers?
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