There's more to games than meets the eye.
Gathering around the tabletop for a game is a highlight for many of us these days, and particularly so in the festive season. But, these times spent connecting are more than just great fun, says ITV This Morning’s Dr Zoe Williams.
“Looking back, we would all sit around the TV to watch the big movie at Christmastime, but times have changed. With so many ways that members of the family are accessing media, things have become more disconnected,” said Dr Zoe. "Games are more than ever a great way to bring generations together, and if the big day can sometimes bring some family tensions, they’re also a great way to break the ice and keep positive energy flowing.”
Time spent playing games can bring many other benefits too, from reducing screen time to de-stressing and keeping brains active. Here, Dr Zoe Williams shares more of the benefits of games:
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