JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) – We may all have heard the saying kids spend too much on their games or social media.
Well, we have dived into that saying to research if video games have an influence on youth committing violent crimes.
The Center for Disease Control considers youth violence a public health problem. From what kids hear at school with their friends to what they see on TV, society’s role in molding a child is indescribable and always changing.
The World Health Organization found youth violence is the fourth leading cause of death among young people.
With video gaming being a multibillion dollar a year company it is no surprise youth are taking part in the activity more and more.
A young gamer spoke with us about her experience in the gaming industry.
Video games are the way of life inside Game Exchange in Jonesboro, where dozens of people let go of reality.
“I got into that when…
