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We have nothing against playing video games; they have many good features and benefits. Our concern is that when they are played to excess, especially in social isolation, they can hinder a young man's ability and interest in developing his face-to-face social skills. Multiple problems, including obesity, violence, anxiety, lower school performance, social phobia and shyness, greater impulsivity and depression, have all been associated with excessive gaming. The variety and intensity of video ga
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― Man, Interrupted: Why Young Men are Struggling & What We Can Do About It
― Man, Interrupted: Why Young Men are Struggling & What We Can Do About It
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Okay, Gubben, this time you have to pick your least-favorite character with your least-favorite vehicle."
I picked Peach, to which he raised his eyebrows.
"You hate Peach, Gubben? Seems a little...misogynistic."
"What are you talking about? Princess Peach is a horrible representation of women---how many times does she wait for Mario to save her?" I realized I sounded a little like Lou. You know, if Lou's rants ever extended into classic Nintendo characters.
Farfar picked Toad.
"Seems a little...
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― Donuts and Other Proclamations of Love
― Donuts and Other Proclamations of Love