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Teens and gaming often go hand in hand, but what do we really know about the effects on teen health and emotions?!
http://thenationshealth.aphapublications.org/content/49/8/1.2
Financial barrier removed! Now, let's work on reducing the access, health literacy, and stigma barriers! #prevention https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2019/12/04/784733337/hiv-prevention-drugs-are-available-for-free-how-do-you-get-them?utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=npr&utm_term=nprnews&utm_source=facebook.com&fbclid=IwAR03B1PO_H9OLd48_chpYLU0AhnCCuxhe_tYCdbjmagiy6h5jqsxflEMUNM
Teens and gaming can often go hand in hand, but what do we really know?!
A study by Oxford University says "playing violent video games does not have a measurable effect on aggressive behavior in real-life."
See the article for more, including info on gaming disorders and possible POSITIVE effects of video games!
thenationshealth.aphapublications.org/content/49/8/1.2
Video games and health: Sorting science from popular beliefs — Many believe games cause gun violence
thenationshealth.aphapublications.org
When it comes to video games, one fact is indisputable: They are more popular than ever. About 43% of U.S. adults often or sometimes play video games, according to a 2017 study by the Pew Research Center, with 72% of men and 49% of women reporting that they play them on a game console, computer, TV....Just a little #tbt to recognize the great work PATCH - Coulee Region: Providers And Teens Communicating for Health has already done this program year!! Looks like you've had some GREAT workshops!!