Games can give practice in following directions. Some games provide practice in problem-solving and logic. Games can provide occasions for adults and children to play together. Negatives Games could foster social isolation as they are often played alone. Practicing violent acts may contribute more to aggressive behavior than passive television watching.
Studies do find a relationship between violent television watching and behavior.
Women are often portrayed as weaker characters who are helpless and acted upon. Game environments are often based on plots of violence, aggression, and gender bias. Many games only offer an arena of weapons, killings, kicking, stabbing, and shooting. Long-term effect on aggression is not known. Questions have been raised about early exposure to violent video games.