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Navigating the dangers of online gaming

April 4, 2025

Online games can be fun and foster creativity. But they can also pose significant risks to children and young people, especially when it comes to extremist content.

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So, what should we be mindful of when gaming?

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Is the gaming platform Roblox unsafe for children?

The gaming platform, Roblox, is extremely popular among children and young people worldwide. But some games contain violent and explicit content. An expert explains the risks.

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How gambling mechanisms in games get you hooked

Online games sometimes include gambling mechanisms like loot boxes. Such features can keep children and young people engaged in games for longer and potentially lead to problematic gaming behavior.

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How to ensure children’s safety while gaming

Online gaming opens up a world of possibilities: Streamer BeaPlays witnesses this daily with her community of subscribers. She breaks down the benefits of gaming and how she thinks platforms could be made safer.

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True friendships in gaming

Mats Steen was a Norwegian gamer who lived with Duchenne muscular dystrophy. Before his death, he crafted a whole fantastical persona in World of Warcraft, building close friendships under his avatar, Ibelin.

 

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