2020-Present Resources

A video game a day keeps the loneliness away. Study finds gaming reduces loneliness and depression in senior populations. This meta analysis, published in the MOJ Gerontology & Geriatrics, found

That is NOT Immersive! Study finds that VR breathing interventions are NOT more effective at improving mental health outcomes than non-VR alternatives. It seems that some in the digital therapeutic

Advance Release: New study shows violent video games decrease stress for many players. The 54 participant study, set to publish on February 1st, shows violent video games did not induce

To learn how to overcome fears and anxiety, kids have to experience them. And the best way to experience them is to play. Though many of us can remember childhoods

This research study further clarifies the facts about video game violence. The study involved 89 male participants who had little to no prior experience with violent video games. This specific

Play Better, Work Better, Be Better: Why the masters of game design are also the masters of behavioral change. #powerofplay Game and experience driven play is showing itself to be an

With over 3 billion people playing video games there is no room for stereotypes. This is a great article by Dean Takahashi talking with Stanley Pierre Louise on many of the stereotypes

There is a spark of new understanding coming forth in video games. A couple of real pivotal moments since 2020 have started to change the conversation around gaming. There is

Video Game Therapy (VGT) is bringing accessibility to care for thousands of patients who otherwise would not seek treatment. Brian Chhor and his fast growing crew at Hero Journey Club have discovered something

Blending Virtual Reality (VR) with psychedelic therapies shows great potential for mental health treatments. VR and psychedelics have each shown considerable capability to address mental health concerns. The possibilities in

Sneak Preview! Get the first look at this amazing review that details how video games use creative play to enhance brain plasticity and therapeutic response. This study is set to

Winning The Game Against Depression: A Systematic Review of Video Games for the Treatment of Depressive Disorders This review offers a comprehensive picture of the effectiveness of video games, (including