Study looks at effect of action videogames on brain
From the University of Toronto press release: A team led by psychology professor Ian Spence at the University of Toronto reveals that playing an action videogame, even for a relatively… Read more »
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Study looks at potential uses for videogame technology in promoting healthier aging
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From the Mary Ann Liebert, Inc. press release via EurekAlert! : Videogame technology is proving to be a valuable tool for helping people of all ages improve lifestyle and health… Read more »
Study questions link between violent video games and aggressiveness
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From the University of Gothenburg press release via HealthCanal: There is a long-lasting and at times intense debate about the possible link between violent computer games and aggressiveness. A group… Read more »
Study suggests players get more enjoyment from motion-based video games
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From the Baylor University press release via EurekAlert!: The newest motion-based video games — which are more interactive than standard video game systems with gamepads — are more realistic, give… Read more »
Study suggests impulsive kids play more video games
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From the American Psychological Association press release via EurekAlert!: Impulsive children with attention problems tend to play more video games, while kids in general who spend lots of time video… Read more »
Study suggests World of Warcraft may help boost cognitive functioning in some seniors
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From the North Carolina State University press release: For some older adults, the online video game World of Warcraft (WoW) may provide more than just an opportunity for escapist adventure…. Read more »
Study suggests video gaming can help improve eyesight and “hearing” in people born with cataracts
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From the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council press release via EurekAlert!: How we perceive the world tells us a lot about how the brain processes sensory information. At this… Read more »
Study looks at effect of online RPGs on marital satisfaction
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From the BYU press release: Online role playing games negatively affect real-life marital satisfaction, according to a new Brigham Young University study to be published February 15th in the Journal… Read more »
Study looks at potential effects of excessive gaming
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From the Victoria University (Australia) press release: Excessive video gamers may have higher levels of anxiety and depression, according to preliminary studies at Victoria University. Video gaming researcher Daniel Loton… Read more »