Statistics Canada says that Canadian children are watching less television than ever, what isn't clear is whether time previously spent watching TV is now taken up playing video games. Many parents will say that is definitely the case in their households. The amount of time their children spend with games when they could be involved in more active pastimes. The violence, sexism and stereotyping contained in some games. The expense involved in purchasing games.
Parents can play an important role in guiding their children's video game playing habits.
Know what games your children are playing. Rent games and play them with your kids before you think about purchasing them. Talk about games that you find inappropriate and listen to what your children like. You can make the playing of computer and video games a positive family experience if you choose your games wisely and control the amount of time your children spend in front of the screen. Below you will find helpful tips for handling video games in your home, information on ratings systems and how to get involved if you're concerned with the content of certain video games.