Investigating the Impact of Electronic Games on Motor and Cognitive Development in Children Aged 6 to 8 Years

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1 Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University

2 Student Department of Physical Sport Sciences, College of Sport Sciences and Physical activity, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

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        This study aims to examine the impact of video games on the development of motor and cognitive abilities in children aged 6 to 8 years, a crucial stage in the formation of the basic skills necessary for integrated growth. The study used a descriptive approach, where data was collected through a questionnaire distributed to (209) parents of students aged 6 to 8 years. The questionnaire was then statistically analyzed to measure the relationship between the use of video games and the development of motor and cognitive skills in children. The results showed that some types of video games, especially educational and interactive ones, contribute positively to improving motor coordination, response speed, and concentration, in addition to supporting higher cognitive functions such as planning and problem solving. Conversely, The study also revealed a clear correlation between motor and cognitive abilities, confirming that the impact of video games is not only determined by their type, but also by the duration of use and accompanying family supervision. Based on these findings, the study recommends directing the use of video games toward educational and developmental goals, and the need to strike a healthy balance between digital interaction and physical activity to ensure a comprehensive and safe growth environment for children.
 
 
 

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