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Experts Warn: VR Use Threatens Children's Social Skills

1/10/2025

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Health experts are raising alarms about the dangers of excessive VR headset use among children. Pediatrician Dr. James Saperstone warns that these immersive experiences can desensitize kids and weaken their connections with others. He urges families to prioritize group gaming in shared spaces, emphasizing the vital role of real-world interactions and understanding consequences.

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Health experts are raising alarms about the dangers of excessive VR headset use among children. Pediatrician Dr. James Saperstone warns that these immersive experiences can desensitize kids and weaken their connections with others. He urges families to prioritize group gaming in shared spaces, emphasizing the vital role of real-world interactions and understanding consequences.