Violent games increase the risk of crime

Violent video games and praise of antisocial characters can increase the risk of committing crimes, along with many other risky behaviors such as tobacco and alcohol use in teens.

AFP said the study was conducted with a random survey of 5,000 American teenagers over a period of about 4 years. The violent games tested during this period were as violent as Grand Theft Auto, Manhunt, Spiderman and some other adult games.

Violent video games will affect behavioral change, making teenagers more rebellious and agitated.(Artwork: Alamy)

Through analysis, the team discovered the relationship between this type of game and changes in the behavior of players, such as changes in personality, attitudes become more rebellious and agitated.

In fact, players can consider themselves as the main characters in that game. These effects are similar in both men and women, and have the strongest impact on those who "crush" games with content and antisocial characters.

According to the Dartmouth University team, this is the first study to show the potential effects of violent electronic leaks , when it goes beyond aggressive behavior, leading to the risk of using it. Stimulant use, reckless driving and unsafe sex behavior. Adult games also have a certain influence on the thinking of the players' image, most of them are teenagers today.

Some previous studies have shown that video games can incite teenagers to drive carelessly, or violent games that involve aggressive and aggressive behavior of this age group.