A groundbreaking study from Johns Hopkins Children’s Center reveals promising results for game based mental health interventions in youth. The research, published in JAMA Pediatrics, analyzed 27 trials with nearly
To truly understand the brain, we need to look at how it responds and evolves over time, influenced by our environment, experiences, and daily habits. “If you’ve ever groaned at
The BBC reports on the positive mental health effects of Cosy Gaming. Cosy games focus on daily routines, community-building, or solving mysteries, rather than combat and competition. They often involve
In the ever-expanding world of video games, we often find ourselves traversing vibrant landscapes, battling fierce adversaries, and uncovering hidden treasures. But as the world around us grapples with the
Significant majority of Americans are feeling anxiety and stress tied to the current political situation. In a poll by the American Psychiatric Association, nearly three-quarters (73%) of respondents reported feeling
Study focuses on action video games ability to address adolescent anxiety. Here is an opportunity to participate in a study that will measure commercial video games viability as a treatment
For all the emphasis on digital therapeutics and mental health, very few interventions have been FDA cleared and gained market traction. This article highlights three products that have been released
From action games to puzzlers, here are ten games proven to reduce stress and increase personal connections. A lot of folks are looking to get some positive emotions from video
Game design students build video game to promote mental health awareness. Programming students at Columbia College have created a video game that simulates battling with one’s feelings of depression and
Lifelong Nintendo fan shares how video games helped him through a mental health battle. In this honest and uplifting article, author Richard DiCicco credits fast-paced, action-fueled racing games for getting
Distraction has been shown to be a powerful tool for addressing pain and anxiety. When immersive media is added to the mix, its power becomes exponentially amplified. In this controlled
A cross-sectional study of 2107 gamers found that 88.4% experienced emotional benefits from gaming. This newly published review of commercial video games is designed to help psychiatrists understand the considerable