Video Gaming and Cognition

Video gaming is often thought of as a problem, but it may also be a benefit. A study, of nearly 2,000 kids, reported that the kids who played at least 3 hours a day tended to do better on tests of cognition and working memory, when compared to kids who had never played video games. The study, Video Games—Cognitive Help or Hindrance? reinforces that we have more to learn about video games and understanding the potential benefit they may convey.