Jeux vidéo violents : leur impact sur la désensibilisation émotionnelle des jeunes

Conclusions Les résultats suggèrent que l’exposition aux JVV est un facteur de risque pour la DE. Background This research aims to evaluate the relationship between the use of violent video games (VVG) and emotional desensitization (ED). Method Two hundred and one pupils between the ages of 12 and 16 years completed a questionnaire measuring VVG exposure, empathy and ED. Results Correlations and regression analyses revealed links between exposure to VVG and ED. The VVG experience is a risk factor in the presence of two moderating variables: preexisting empathy and the amount of time spent playing VVG. Conclusions The results suggest that exposure to VVG is a risk factor for ED.

Source: European Review of Applied Psychology - June 15, 2016 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Source Type: research