Studies have found that American men are struggling with a “friendship recession” in the midst of a loneliness epidemic. Loneliness isn’t just bad for the soul, but for physical health
NPR reports on the blending of art and science in the treatment of neurological disorders. Immersive medicine (IMM) is the use of immersive media in the delivery and direct construction of
Video games, violence and real world effects: Leveling Up On Knowledge. In this amazing and balanced podcast, Cosmos journalist Jacinta Bowler goes deep on video game violence. Bowler speaks with
As India struggles with growing mental health concerns video games are becoming a “serious†treatment option. A term called “Serious Gaming†alludes to games which have been specifically developed with
Interactive art shown in study to improve mood and reduce anxiety. Study participants reported significant improvements in mood and anxiety after just a few minutes of viewing an interactive Monet
Treating mental health with movies? It is a very new concept that has shown real promise. Movies can be powerful catalysts to new thoughts, helping us get out of a
Building a better brain through immersive media. The power of music, dance and poetry. “Creativity is making new connections, new synapses,” says Ivy Ross, who is vice president of hardware design
41% of respondents considered music a vital part of their wellbeing. Music, like many forms of media, can be used to create Immersive Medicine. Immersive medicine is the application of
Is World of Warcraft a viable therapeutic for managing stress? It depends who you are and why you use it. This very well constructed study looks primarily at females (82%)
3D game play linked to treatment of major depressive disorder. This excellent article further breaks down a pivotal trial released just a few weeks ago that outlined how playing Mario
Veterans turn to video games to reduce stress and loneliness while having fun. Many active-duty service members and veterans play video games to decompress, connect with friends, and bring some
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