[Dangerous practices and games at school].

Area of Science:

• Pediatrics
• Child Psychology
• Public Health

Background:

• Dangerous games are prevalent in schools, posing significant risks to children's health and safety.
• These practices include non-oxygenating (fainting) games and aggressive/violent games.

Purpose of the Study:

• To categorize and describe dangerous games observed in school settings.
• To highlight the severe neurological and physical consequences associated with these practices.
• To emphasize the importance of preventive measures and early identification.

Main Methods:

• Classification of dangerous games into distinct categories: non-oxygenating/fainting games and aggressive/violent games.
• Description of the mechanisms and motivations behind these games (e.g., pseudo-hallucinogenic sensations, group violence).
• Documentation of potential acute and long-term health consequences.

Main Results:

• Non-oxygenating games (e.g., 'tomato game,' 'choking game') involve strangulation for pseudo-hallucinogenic effects.
• Aggressive games involve physical and psychological violence, leading to severe neurological damage (cerebral edema, coma, death) and physical trauma (fractures, organ rupture).
• Victims experience psycho-traumatic manifestations, and there's a risk of addictive patterns.

Conclusions:

• Preventive strategies should combine risk education with civic and social-emotional skill development.
• Early detection by families and professionals is vital to prevent repetition and escalation.
• A holistic approach involving school engagement and responsibility is recommended for effective prevention.