Is it just scare-mongering?
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Virtual reality may pose real dangers for kids.
Parents and doctors are also keeping a wary eye on the expanding popularity of virtual reality among kids.
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Maynard said companies should clearly define what age groups should be allowed to use their equipment.
“Having the ability to screen for and flag inappropriate content is also important,” he added.
The XR Safety Initiative is a nonprofit organization that promotes privacy, security, and ethics in immersive environments.
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The groupoffers safety tipsfor parents whose kids use VR, including following recommended age restrictions on software.
Setting limits on VR use is tough because children may access VR outside the home, Dodge said.
