Computer Games Help Parents

“Computer games can help parents and grandparents bond with their children and grandchildren, according to new research.

The study commissioned by games developer PopCap Games claims that 92 per cent of casual gaming parents and grandparents say such games provide an opportunity for them to bond with their children/grandchildren.

Furthermore, 70 per cent of the parent demographic, or 2,298 respondents, said that they see educational benefits for children in games.

The greatest benefits of gameplay were identified as learning, stress relief and hand-eye coordination.

Around 60 per cent of respondents also cited learning such as pattern recognition, resource allocation and spelling.

Some 51 per cent cited mental workouts/cognitive exercise as a bonus, while 48 per cent cited memory strengthening and 37 per cent cited confidence building.”

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