Are video games good?

When we were young, our parents would despair at the hours we spent in front of the television playing video games. "Go outside," they would say. "Get some fresh air."

Grudgingly, we would, but would often be back in front of the screen later that same day. So, what happens if playing video games is actually good for you?

According to a recent article on medicine.net, playing video games might just help the elderly to remain mentally active and alert.

While playing video games can be a fun way to keep mentally active, it will never replace the need to go outside and get some fresh air. But then again, we should be doing both.