Jargon Schmargon: Aggression & Violence
Aggression and violence are two terms we hear often when talking about video game effects. In fact, these two terms are used interchangeably, which is unfortunate because they actually refer…
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Pandemic Fatigue: The Impact of Boredom
Read MorePizza is the perfect food; warm, gooey cheese over a savory sauce, supported by a firm yet chewy crust makes for a mouthful of wonderful. Granted, tacos are also quite…
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Research Review: Influence of competitive and cooperative video games on behaviour during play and friendship in adolescence
Read MoreIn this episode of Research Review, we are going to be looking at a 2019 article entitled “The Influence of competitive and cooperative video games on behaviour during play and…
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Why Is It So Hard to Find a Therapist?
Read MoreThose individuals who have ever engaged in the search for mental health treatment understand how difficult, confusing, and tiring the process can be. Although the public’s recognition and acceptance of…
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Academic Ramblings: Video Games and Friendship
Read MoreIn this episode of academic ramblings, we are going to explore the relationships between (online) video games and friendship. There are a lot of discussions in and around friendship formation…
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Jargon Schmargon: Social Capital
Read MoreIn this episode of Jargon Schmargon, we explore the term social capital. This includes a brief discussion of bridging and bonding social capital and the kinds of social capital that…
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Boundaries in Pandemic Times: Bracing for Re-Entry
Read MoreDuring this ongoing global pandemic, discussing our boundaries for safety—especially when they are stricter than the other people’s—is a tough situation. There is tension between the precautions taken by others,…
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Research Review: Reducing Mental Health Stigma Through Identification With Video Game Avatars With Mental Illness
Read MoreIn this episode of Research Review we explore a 2020 study entitled “Reducing Mental Health Stigma Through Identification With Video Game Avatars With Mental Illness”. This study explores how playing…