Exploring Video Gaming as a Relief for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
The Impact of Video Gaming on Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can cause significant challenges, including anxiety and nightmares. Recent research published in BMC Medicine reveals that video gaming may offer a unique way to relieve these symptoms.
Key Findings
- Participants in a study demonstrated a reduction in flashbacks after engaging with the game Tetris compared to those listening to the radio.
- On average, the video game group experienced a drop from 15 flashbacks per week to just one.
- The positive effects of the gaming intervention persisted, showing improvements even six months after treatment.
- Professor Emily Holmes emphasized that gaming could be a widely accessible method to alleviate trauma.
These exciting results point to a potential new avenue for mental health treatment.
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