Study questions video games’ effects on violent behavior
A new study backs previous findings that there is not enough evidence to support the view that violent video games lead to acts of violence.... Read More...
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Escapism: A powerful predictor of internet gaming disorder among video gamers
Escapism appears to be a common predictor of problematic gaming in both professional and recreational gamers. ... Read More...
Nothing clinically “wrong” with obsessive gamers
Study reveals there is little evidence that obsessive gaming by adolescents requires medical intervention.... Read More...
Full-body interaction video games enhance social skills in children with autism disorders
A new video game fosters more social initiation that free play for those with ASD. The game also is effective at reducing repetitive behaviors and helps improve gestural expression.... Read More...
New research analyzes video game player engagement
Study examines how video game players engage in their chosen game and how they respond to different motivations. For games with in-game purchasing features, the more rounds or levels a person plays, the more likely they are to spend on purchases.... Read More...
Decoding how kids get into hacking
Study reveals differences in personality types and gender roles between teens who get into hacking.... Read More...
Violent video games blamed more often for school shootings by white perpetrators
Video games are often blamed as a cause of mass shootings, especially if the perpetrator is white. When it comes to perpetrators of other racial backgrounds, people are more likely to assume they are involved in violent criminal activities. Blaming gaming for school shootings perpetrated by white people, and thereby providing an unfounded excuse for their actions, is a sign of a larger racial issue. Similar excuses aren't extended to people of other racial backgrounds. Instead, they are viewed as more culpable for their crimes.... Read More...
Study examines personality and motivation in relation to internet gaming disorder
Researchers identify predictors for those at risk of internet gaming disorder (IGD). Those most at risk for developing IGD are male, have neurotic or introverted personality traits, and are motivated to acquire in-game achievements.... Read More...
Digital games may beat mindfulness apps at relieving stress
Playing digital games on a cell phone may help reduce stress following a tough day at work. Researchers found those who played shape-fitting games felt less stressed than those who chose to use mindfulness apps.... Read More...
Can videogames promote emotional intelligence in teenagers?
Study finds video games can be helpful to promote emotional intelligence in adolescents.... Read More...
Want to boost creativity? Try playing Minecraft
Minecraft and other virtual building games can help improve creativity, a new study reports.... Read More...
How you and your friends can play a video game together using only your minds
BrainNet, a new system that uses a brain-to-brain interface, allows three people to play a video game using 'telepathic' communication. ... Read More...