The Playing Brain. The Impact of Video Games on Cognition and Behavior in Pediatric Age at the Time of Lockdown: A Systematic Review

A growing number of children and adolescents play video games (VGs) for long amounts of time. The current outbreak of the Coronavirus pandemic has significantly reduced outdoor activities and direct interpersonal relationships. Therefore, a higher use of VGs can become the response to stress and fea...

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Published in:	Pediatric Reports
Main Authors:	Daniela Smirni, Elide Garufo, Luca Di Falco, Gioacchino Lavanco
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	MDPI AG 2021-07-01
Subjects:	children adolescents playing video games addiction behavior cognitive skills COVID-19 lockdown
Online Access:	https://www.mdpi.com/2036-7503/13/3/47