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IELTS Essay: Computer Games

Prompt

Many adults nowadays prefer spending their free time playing computer games. Why do they do this? Is this a positive or negative development?

#leisure activity preferences#digital entertainment#sedentary lifestyle#psychological wellbeing#social impact

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Band 7 → 9 — Band 7+ responses explain psychological attractions of games (control, progress, social interaction) and discuss balance vs. prohibition; Band 5-6 simply label gaming as time-wasting or beneficial.

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Key concepts in this essay

hedonic adaptation
psychological fulfillment
work stress
social belonging
physical health trade-offs

Pitfalls the model essay avoids

Assuming gaming popularity is purely due to availability without addressing psychological needs (autonomy, mastery, belonging)
Treating gaming as inherently negative without discussing context (social gaming vs. solo, moderate vs. excessive use)
Ignoring reasons adults play: stress relief, social connection, achievement, escapism from work

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