Originally Posted by Dave Gill
I'd venture a guess it has alot to do with the fact that over the past 20 years or so we've allowed ourselves to disconnect with each other. Namely through the internet, video games and e-mail.


Ok, I've seen video games blamed for quite a few things on this board recently, so I thought it was time I spoke up. I apologize for going off-topic.

While I agree somewhat with the first part of what Dave said, I disagree that the blame can be placed on video games and/or the internet.

There is currently an ongoing attack on video games. Video games are the latest "scapegoat" being blamed for the downfall of society. Just like Rock Music was being blamed in the '80's. And the '70's. And '50's.

Now, I might be a little biased, since I make my living as a video game programmer. But there are no studies (and several have been done) that show any type of negative long-term effects from playing video games, despite what you may have heard on TV. In fact, most studies show positive effects, i.e. improved hand-eye coordination, better problem solving skills, and yes, even a greater tendency toward socializing (games are more fun when played with other people).

So to place the blame for the "disconnect" on video games would be completely wrong. Of course, the most "disconnected" people I've seen are the kids with their iPods, who don't even realize there is somebody else on the sidewalk, or who cross the street against the light at a busy intersection.

But of course, we can't blame it all on music, can we? grin

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