New study of 3,854 adolescents finds gaming does not rot brains, but compulsive habits can lower cognitive performance

A study of 3,854 adolescents finds that gaming itself does not impair cognition, but compulsive gaming habits are tied to lower cognitive performance. Longer playtime showed small positive associations with several abilities, according to Digital Trends.

• New study finds gaming doesn’t rot your brain, but compulsive habits can