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Should I limit my gaming time?
It’s good to set video game time limits by age. For kids over the age of 6, the American Academy of Pediatrics says no more than 60 minutes on school days and 2 hours on non-school days. Another good rule is to allow gaming only after homework and chores are done. Some days every week should be video game-free.
How many hours do gamers play?
GAMERS SPEND MORE THAN SIX HOURS EACH WEEK PLAYING Video gamers spend an average of six hours, 20 minutes each week playing games. This is a decrease of 11 percent in the last year. Nearly one-third (32 percent) play more than seven hours each week, with 17 percent playing more than 12 hours a week.
What are the rules for scheduling a game?
The rule we have is that they must make a schedule before they turn it on. They have to agree who plays, for how long and even write down exactly what time each will play. They all have to sign it, as if it’s a contract.
Do you need a game plan for your project?
Every game project, no matter the scale, needs careful planning. One of the main reasons for this is because ideas change over time. Jumping right into a game without a plan often deviates from its original idea. Having a plan helps avoid deviation while at the same time helps transmit your ideas to your team better.
Should you set limits on video games?
Setting limits on video games became a struggle that I took seriously and had many successes and challenges. One of the problems is that kids ignore parents when they are watching TV. They forget to eat, clean up after themselves, do their chores and play. Parents nag, kids ignore, the battle rages everyday in this manner.
Should there be an agreement on how to use video games?
There should be a clear agreement that spells out the limits and rules about the use of the game. When a new “Spiro” game comes out on PlayStation, my kids will fight for days (if no agreements are made) over who gets to play. The rule we have is that they must make a schedule before they turn it on.