Topic: Dave Grossman

The book "Assassination Generation" by Lieutenant Colonel Dave Grossman explores the training effects of first-person shooter video games on youth. Despite the media focus on mass shootings, statistics show these events are rare compared to the opioid crisis, which claims significantly more lives. Critics argue the focus on gun control ignores the underlying issues of drug use and cultural desensitization.

Military and aviation simulators demonstrate how digital training translates to real-world skills, such as the U.S. Army Tank Corps improving performance through virtual practice. Lieutenant Colonel Dave Grossman argues that first-person shooters provide similar "kill training" by desensitizing users to the act of shooting. While most users remain unaffected, the training can be activated in individuals with underlying mental health issues or drug influences.