This is portrayed in many fantastical settings of course, but this is actually a very real and seemingly recurring belief that spans ancient cultures from around the world (including Japan). I'm not trying to start a war here considering where I am, but I'm hoping a healthy discussion can take...
Ok, this is not so much about whether or not video gaming is good for your physical health, but rather for social health. I know people who are more happy to play video games all day, then to go out to a party or just plain go out with friends. To me video gaming seems like a unhealthy...