Censoring Video Games
argumentative Essay
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The censoring of violent video games has been a controversial issue since the early 90’s to the present time, and has been growing more and more with the advanced graphics that have been developing each and every year. (Including the fact that people react even more to the unexplained missions that they give in video games). For the good of society violent video games should be banned. There are many positive effects to censoring violent video games, but one that has the most impact on the whole controversial issue is health. Health is greatly affected when playing indoors. Young children are obligated to go outside and get active with their body, getting in shape, and obtaining the fresh air and sunlight they need. In the article (The Positive and Negative Effects of Video Games) it is stated that the health of those plaing video games can be effected in many ways, “...Obesity, video induced seizures, and postural, muscular and skeletal disorders, such as tendonitis, nerve compressoin.” Having kids go outside (rather than video games) and have them play sports such as basketball, baseball, etc… will help their lungs develop, sames goes for their body structure. This will have a positive impact on their lives and how they grow up. Eyesight is another factor of health that is also affected by being so absorbed into the video games; staring at the screen for hours can lead lead to damage of the pupil and or cornea of the eye. Children’s vision will be lowered to a level where they will either need eyewear or doctor’s medical attention. In conclusion, censoring violent video games will help children with their physical heath by helping them stay in shape with their ow... ... middle of paper ... ...any laws and children now days aren’t afraid of taking risks. To make the world a better place violent video games should be censored or banned because it’s not about what type of world we leave our children, it’s about what type of children we leave for the world. Works Cited 1. (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-2245620) BBC-Future- Science & Environment- Why video games may be good for you 2.(http://www.raisesmartkid.com/3-6-years-old/4-articles/34-the-good-and-bad-effects-of-video-games) The Positive and Negative Effects of Video Games 3. “Video Games” by Chris Jozefowics. Published by Gareth Stevens Publishing 2010. Pleasantville, NY 10570-70000 USA. Produced by Editorials Directions Inc. 4. “The Link Between Video Games and Violence” by Rahul Massey. Published by Schorlarly Research Paper 2009. Published by Find Knowledge NY V127900. http://www.grin.com
In this essay, the author
- Opines that the censoring of violent video games should be banned for the good of society.
- Concludes that censoring violent video games will help children with their physical health by helping them stay in shape for their future self.
- Explains that censoring video games has its positive, but also negative effects. video games improve brain function and boost multi-tasking skills.
- Argues that censoring video games would deplete cooperation by kids who depend on each other during a video game campaign mission.
- Explains that censing video games would censor a small fraction of the child's ability to learn rapidly in different situations.
- Argues that violent video games should be censored from the age "seventeen and up." censoring violent games will stop most kids from being socially isolated, being taught wrong values and negatively affected through their health.
- Opines that video games aren't all that bad. they help develop problem solving skils such as saving the princess from the evil bowser.
- Concludes that violent video games should be banned because the things learned from them will be later learned in life.
- Cites bbc-future- science & environment- why video games may be good for you, and the positive and negative effects of video games, by chris jozefowics.
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- Explains the importance of making children play games suitable for their age, stopping parents from buying violent games for them, and keeping them away from online experiences.
- Opines that the entertainment software rating board (esrb) controls the ratings they give games.
- Opines that a better rating system will help more in the future.
- Argues that gaming systems have parental controls to block what the child could access.
- Opines that the esrb needs to change to compensate for the online growth of video games.
- Opines that the esrb is going to play a big role in the future of video games and violence.
- Opines that the game industry put focus on ratings years ago. usa today: academic search complete.
- Explains jerry, bonner's "how to fix the ratings system." electronic gaming monthly 227 (2008): 30. masterfile complete. web. 25 apr.
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- Explains that video games negatively affect a child's social life, resulting in less involvement in extracurricular activities, less interaction with family, and less time to play sports.
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- Explains that most video games show a gender stereotype, while only 283 (12%) are female characters. males are more likely to be engaged in verbal aggression and females in revealing clothing.
- Explains that video game addiction is a primary topic for the parents.
- Cites walsh, david. video game violence and public policy.
- Analyzes how michael carneal, a 14-year-old boy, opened fire on'murder simulators' in 1997, killing three people and injuring five others. his superhuman accuracy, coupled with his two-handed shooting, are unnatural to trained or "native" shooters.
- Opines that gender stereotypes pervade most video games, stating that male characters were predominantly agents of action while half of the female characters where passive.
- Explains how violent video games may harm children's health. elisa, hae-jung song and jane e. anderson.
- Analyzes hanson, gayle m.b.'s "insight on the news." findarticles.com. mike z. yao, chad mahood, daniel linz.
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- Opines that video game has been used as a scapegoat for many mass shootings and violent outbreaks in general.
- Explains that video games are a solid cause of violence, however, many observations and research from various professionals prove that an increase total sales of video game hardware and software would increase the total number of crimes.
- Explains that violent video games allow players to release their stress and anger, which leads to less build-up anger and eventually less real-world aggression.
- Analyzes how the american psychological association's 2005 statement became irrelevant to the argument against video games causing violence.
- Explains that kids who play video games for more than three hours each day are the likeliest to have problems and trouble academically.
- Argues that many shooters of mass shootings have been exposed to violent video games. republican mitt romney and dr. phill mcgraw were quick to argue that video game was the cause.
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In this essay, the author
- Explains that government censorship is a hot topic that has surfaced once again. children shouldn't be allowed to purchase games that they're not old enough to understand.
- Explains that supporters of government censorship in regards to video games are doing so for noble causes. they believe excessive videogame play can lead to poor social skills, lower grades in school, less family and school time, laziness and child obesity.
- Argues that censorship of games is an idea that will remove many citizens' rights to freedom of choice and expression.
- Argues that censorship is unconstitutional because it goes against the rights that this country was built upon.
- Opines that if censorship exists, the government will have even more power over the people. the gaming community will lose a good portion of their favorite time of the day.
- Opines that government censorship would take away quality time that parents could use to teach their children the difference between fantasy and reality.
- Opines that parents should have responsibility if their child likes to play video games. censorship might protect them from the horrors of the real world, but it won't teach them valuable lessons.
- Opines that protecting children from mature themes is important, but government censorship removes artistic vision from developers, grants the government too much power over the people, and eliminates power from the parents.
- Explains shin, grace, "video games: a cause of violence and aggression." serendip.
- Cites trent nouveau, "developers slam video game censorship." tg daily, 03 may 2010.
- Describes the key facts at a glance of the us bureau of justice statistics.
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