More than 80% of children play video games, and half of those play online. To help keep your children safe, set rules about video games before allowing them to start playing. Know how to operate the console so that you can monitor the activity that occurs on it. Make sure your child understands the concept of stranger danger and conducts themselves accordingly. Be sure to be aware of who they are communicating with online; this should be a parent’s top priority.
Key Takeaways:
- In the U.S. approximately 82% of kids, between 2-17 years of age play video games.
- Of that hefty number, about half of those under-age video game players are doing so online.
- Parents should have rules that clarify when kids can log on, when the game must be off, and what the consequences are for infractions.
“Region 8 News spoke to experts in both law enforcement and psychology to find out how children can enjoy online video games while staying safe and balanced. They broke down the do’s and don’ts from the moment a console enters the home to the time it needs to power down.”
Read more: http://www.kait8.com/2019/02/20/keeping-your-child-safe-dos-donts-parents-gamers/
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