Cross-sectional and longitudinal studies have demonstrated that the experience of video gaming is associated with better cognitive function, specifically in terms of visual attention and short-term memory, reaction time, and working memory. Įarlier studies have demonstrated that playing video games can benefit cognition. The most interesting results show that playing video games can change cognition and the brain. For instance, an active video game can improve physical fitness, whereas social video games can improve social behavior. Video gaming has varying effects depending on the game genre. Video games can act as “teachers” depending on the game purpose. The motivation to play video games might derive from the experience of autonomy or competing with others, which can explain why video gaming is pleasurable and addictive.
Video gaming refers to the experience of playing electronic games, which vary from action to passive games, presenting a player with physical and mental challenges. However, the beneficial effects vary among video game types. Results of this systematic review demonstrated that video gaming can be beneficial to the brain. The total training durations were 16–90 h. The game genres examined were 3D adventure, first-person shooting (FPS), puzzle, rhythm dance, and strategy. Video gaming affects the brain structure and function depending on how the game is played. Overall, the eligible articles showed fair quality according to Delphi Criteria. Nine scientific articles were eligible for the review. A systematic review was written instead of a meta-analytic review because of variations among participants, video games, and outcomes. Literature research was conducted from randomized controlled trials in PubMed and Google Scholar published after 2000. This systematic review evaluates the beneficial effects of video gaming on neuroplasticity specifically on intervention studies. However, the previous systematic review has several differences to this systematic review. A systematic review of video gaming has been published.
Recently, numerous video gaming studies showed beneficial effects on cognition and the brain. Video gaming, the experience of playing electronic games, has shown several benefits for human health.
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