Many parents fail to realize that young children have access to some popular video games that can do long-term damage to them. Unfortunately, most parents don’t even know anything about the content of these games. If they did, they would be shocked. Children are being emotionally and sometimes permanently scarred when they play these games. It’s not like just watching something bad or evil, children are actually participating in the event. Some of the events are murder, rape, and other violent acts. Could you imagine a very young child having access to a video game with that sort of content? Surely not in the United States.
But, children of all ages can rent these games – even though they are rated Mature (M) without the knowledge or consent of their parents or guardians. Scientific and clinical research has linked the playing of these games to a harmful and lasting impact on children. This is why the Parents Television Council is leading a national campaign to prevent video game retailers from selling these ultra-violent products to children. If you want more information, you can go to www.parentstv.org. It’s high time that folks who want to protect children from evil influences get involved and let our political leaders know this sort of thing can’t be tolerated in the Untied States.
