Online video games continue to grow in popularity.

 More than 200 million Americans play video games and the average age of players is 35. One downside of the video hobby is that playing time can sometimes run into late nights and early mornings. This can lead to sleep deprivation. Of Kansas gamers, those in the Kansas City area report losing the most sleep, but gamers in Howard and Parsons tied for second place. Twenty-four percent of gamers in those southeast Kansas towns report lack of sleep due to gaming. For those who like to stay up late playing their favorite games, doctors suggest limiting the negative effects by trying to keep a regular sleep schedule and keeping electronics out of the bedroom.