Upsides of Video Games - How to persuade your parents into letting you play Video Games

You probably opened this blog to see how to persuade your parents to let you play video games. In this, I will list and explain the upsides of gaming. Many parents do not support and like their children playing video games, as they do not understand the upsides of it. There are some downsides, but those can be solved by limiting games.

The several benefits of gaming are as listed:

1. Improving cognitive function – This refers to the processes and abilities of the brain that allow for thinking, learning, and memory. These processes include attention, perception, problem-solving, memory, language, and the ability to plan and organize. In other words, cognitive function refers to the brain's ability to process information, make sense of it, and use it to make decisions or perform tasks.

2. Reducing Stress – Gaming can help ease your mind and help you relax and have fun, but make sure not to rage and play games that annoy you.

3. Social skills – By playing online games, you can connect with others through gaming platforms, resulting in better social skills. You will get better at communicating with people and that will help with your future as you grow. Although, make sure to not give out important information through games and social media.

4. Hand-eye coordination – Refers to the ability of the brain to effectively process visual information and coordinate the movement of the eyes and hands. This skill is necessary for many everyday activities, such as writing, playing sports, or using tools. It is also important for activities that require precise movements, such as playing musical instruments or using a computer mouse. Good hand-eye coordination involves the ability to accurately and quickly direct the hands and fingers to complete tasks or movements, based on visual cues and feedback.

5. Self-esteem – Winning in games can result in you believing in yourself and increasing your value. It can make you think better of yourself and your abilities.

6. Professional – There is a chance that you can start making money and you can become good at it. Professional gamers have high earning potential, fame, recognition, a sense of community, a flexible schedule, a great career, and a positive influence. If you are good at the game, you can make big bucks and even get into huge competitions.

Now, those are all the facts and benefits of gaming alone.

Still can’t get them to let you play games? Here are some tips to help persuade parents.

1. Show and describe all the benefits – Luckily for you, all of them are listed above.

2. Set limits – By setting limits, you can prove to them that you are responsible. Try to make them feel you are in control, not the game(addiction). Make a schedule so it doesn’t interfere with schoolwork and other important work.

3. Compromise – Make sure that you are also a bit on their side, so compromise with them. Listen to them and their concerns and compromise to fit both needs.

4. Career Opportunities – You must prove to them that you can get a living off this. Shows them that you are good, and how you can make money. Explain the careers you can get in the gaming industry, like streaming, development, and eSports.

5. Responsibility – Make sure that you are responsible even if it is or is not involved with gaming. You must prove to them that you are responsible enough to play games and get your schoolwork and other needs done before gaming. They must know that you include other priorities before gaming.

I hope this helped and you persuaded your parents to let you play games. However, please make sure you do not get addicted or overplay games. Even though there are multiple upsides, there are also downsides. Limit your game time and play responsibly.

Go enjoy your games now!