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Violence in Video Games Debate Continues to Rage

ubermiester writes "The Washington Post is reporting on a newly released study by the American Psychological Association, claiming that 'exposure to violence in video games increases aggressive thoughts, aggressive behavior and angry feelings among youth.' This partly contradicts another study released a week before by a University of Illinois Professor claiming that 'game violence does not prompt players to project violent tendencies into real life.'"

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  1. Ill KILL the bastards!!! by Anonymous Coward · · Score: 5, Funny

    If they try to take my violent video games away, i will throw barrels at them until they run out of lives!

  2. Just wait... by ImaLamer · · Score: 5, Funny

    One day I'll get my hands on the person who started this debate and KILL THEM!