The influence of electronic games on the health of adolescent users of a mental health clinic

Abstract

Objective: To verify the influence of electronic games on the biopsychosocial health of adolescents, according to the view of guardians and adolescents. Method: Descriptive study with a quantitative-qualitative approach, carried out through an interview. Results: The results show that adolescents understand the influence of games with a positive and negative view, whereas those responsible perceive mostly negative scores. Conclusion: Finally, it is understood that games can cause benefits and harm, requiring greater knowledge of those responsible to guide the proper management of this tool by adolescents.