Do violent video games cause detrimental behavior problems?

Explain the difference between excessively playing video games and addiction to video games. Argue your point in an essay. This assignment is an analytical essay, which is research-based requiring careful and critical analysis. Ÿ You must use a relevant essay from the textbook and two other sources – consult your Seneca Library sources, magazines, books, and/or websites to come up with a meaningful response to the issues raised by your research topic. Ÿ Your essay is expected to reflect your thoughtful ideas and comments rather than just supply a description, summary, or explanation of another writer’s thoughts. Use your sources to advance your own argument. You may extend, qualify, argue, or refute what other writers have argued. Ÿ After you have read the research, formulate your thesis and create your outline. Ÿ Your essay outline is due in class on March 8th at which time I will interview you to discuss the progress, scope and thesis of your research paper. Please come prepared to dialogue and submit the following items: – Your working thesis statement – 3 major points (your topic sentences) supporting that argument. (Do not forget that each point should form its own paragraph.) – Supporting ideas for each point. – A Works Cited page Format Ÿ Must reflect academic essay conventions: Include an introductory paragraph with a thesis, several body paragraphs, and a conclusion. Ÿ Include a Title page and a Works Cited page. Ÿ Use a minimum of three secondary sources (Seneca Library sources, magazines, books, and/or websites, The Active Reader textbook), Ÿ Document all references in MLA format for both in-text citations and your Works Cited page. Avoid plagiarizing – seek help if needed. Ÿ Type your essay in 12-point Times New Roman font and double-space. Ÿ Your paper should be between 1500-2000 words Ÿ Number all pages. Ÿ Staple your assignment in the top left corner only. Ÿ Include a cover page with: (NO fancy covers or booklets) – title of the paper – course and section code – your name and student number – due date – Your Professor’s name