Before you go the doctor to have an Xbox or Playstation prescribed, you may want to look at this infographic a little closer.

Although there are some health benefits, it’s nothing earth shattering.

I did, however, find some useful stuff here, as my son has some vision issues. Does that mean I’ll let him play Super Mario Wii a little longer than usual?

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I probably won’t let my son have “extra” Wii time as a health benefit. What this infographic tells us is, there are some positives to playing video games, aside from the general entertainment and, in some cases, interactivity with others.

When it comes to video game time, I like to think striking a healthy balance is the key.

How about you?

[via Big Fish Games]