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my article is when playing video games means sitting on life's sidelines by NPR Staff,commonlit what are the answers to the text.

which statement best expresses the central idea of the text

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A clear central-idea statement for NPR’s “When Playing Video Games Means Sitting on Life’s Sidelines” is:

- Excessive video gaming can push young people to withdraw from real life—hurting their relationships, school/work, and emotional health—so it needs to be recognized and addressed through limits, support, and treatment when necessary.

Why this fits (brief evidence from the text)
- The article describes teens who spend entire days gaming and avoid school, jobs, or family, showing real-life responsibilities being neglected.
- It gives examples of parents and professionals intervening and discusses the consequences for social and emotional development.
- It notes recognition of problematic gaming and the need for balance, help, or treatment in severe cases.

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