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'Playing computer games is a waste of time. Children should not be allowed to play them.' To what extent to you agree or disagree with the statement?

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With the advancement of information technology, computers have become accessible to everyone, making computer games more convenient and readily available, even for children.It is argued by many people that spending more time with computers by playing games is not good for children
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 believe that children should not use any gadgets like computers or mobile for playing games. It's often that participating in video games can loss the value of time and energy. That's why it should be banned for playing games
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 their computers.
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, examine how the continuum using of these games can detrimental to a child's optical health. Long term entertainment with
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 games makes them prone to weak eyesight. Many people allow playing games because it is relaxing, stressful children from school life.Because they are constantly being tested in school
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that's why playing video games can give them creative and carefree time for themselves. These can range from helping children develop cognitive skills to increase their logical reasoning.
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, with adequate measures these Negative effects can be reversed.
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, family or child's guardian should know
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 interest in outdoor activities by planning picnics
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music
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 trekking and many more.
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Also, parents
 should set strict schedules for children to play computer games. In conclusion, I like to pen down by saying that computer games may be harmful for children
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but with proper control and care their bad influence can be minimized.
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