Pages of Interest
Call of Duty
The largely popular video game Call of Duty is a game for adults, but a lot of children want to play the game.
Symptoms of Video Game Addiction in Teens
Although it hasn't been given an "official" diagnosis, addiction-like behaviours with computer, video and Internet gaming have noticeably increased among both teenagers and adults.
Why Won't My Child Stop Playing Video Games?
It's not difficult to understand the appeal of video games.
Violence and Video Games
As the level of violence in video games has increased, so has concern for the effects on those who play - especially those who play a lot.
What Is Computer and Video Game Addiction?
For most young people, playing games on a computer, video game console, or handheld device is just a regular part of the day.
How to avoid children getting addicted to games
Kids and Media have visited young game developers at Game Garden in the Netherlands. Read what they think the parents can do to reduce the risk of children getting too involved in the games media.
The PEGI marking helps you
All games released in the UK are now PEGI marked. It is the gaming industry itself that mark the games, and PEGI gives you useful information on recommended age and strong content.
What does Kids and Media think of GTA IV?
The game Grand Theft Auto has since the first edition shocked and fascinated people all over the world, but it has never been a game for children.
