What is it about Tetris that has such a profound impact on stress based disorders?
As this article outlines Tetris has been studied multiple times found to reduce symptoms related to traumatic experiences.
The latest theories are around visual spatial interference and how we develop and reshape memories.
It appears the right amount of distraction during the formation of memories can help associate more positive emotions to the otherwise traumatic experiences.
There is a lot more to understand here, but the results for reduction of PTSD and related stress disorders is a very interesting clue to the power video games have to help reshape our thinking, reduce stress and reintroduce happiness into our lives.
