In the debate over video games and mental health, a new study has recently emerged. 1 / 8
The study suggests that playing video games, even for a long period of time ... 2 / 8
... does not necessarily result in a negative effect on health. 3 / 8
In fact, the study found a small positive correlation between time played and well-being. 4 / 8
The study used date from Animal Crossing and Plants vs Zombies. 5 / 8
It also suggested that games with a social element might create more happiness on average. 6 / 8
The findings seem to contradict suggestions that gaming for a long time is bad for health. 7 / 8
So perhaps lawmakers and health policy officials will be less concerned with gaming in the future. 8 / 8