Playing video games aren't a problem when it's done during breaks, it's just one of many things people choose to do to relax and enjoy themselves. Watercooler chatting, surfing the internet, and emailing are no more more productive. The real problem with video games is that it's hard to know when to stop because it can be so addictive. Imagine if you spent an average of 3 hours a day playing video games (in and out of work). That's 21 hours a week (almost a day!) Imagine if u had actually put those hours to something more productive like learning a new skill. Playing games is fun, but it's all about moderation.
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Playing video games aren't a problem when it's done during breaks, it's just one of many things people choose to do to relax and enjoy themselves. Watercooler chatting, surfing the internet, and emailing are no more more productive. The real problem with video games is that it's hard to know when to stop because it can be so addictive. Imagine if you spent an average of 3 hours a day playing video games (in and out of work). That's 21 hours a week (almost a day!) Imagine if u had actually put those hours to something more productive like learning a new skill. Playing games is fun, but it's all about moderation.