A recent study shows that gaming isn’t the socially-destructive habit some people like to characterize it as:

Gaming did not seem to affect time spent doing homework among boys or reading among girls, the study found.

Also, gamers did not spend less time with friends and parents.

“These findings do not support the notion that adolescents who play video games are socially isolated,” the authors wrote.

They also said the findings indicate that gameplay can be a distraction from school-related activities, but that may not hurt grades.

Granted, the sample of 1,491 is too small to be really conclusive. Yet this study supports my belief that gaming, like any other passion, isn’t unhealthy. Ultimately, the effect on gamers’ lives depends on the people themselves. If they sacrifice too much for it, then it becomes a bad habit. But there’s nothing wrong with games when enjoyed in moderation.

What do you think?