Video Games

Researchers created a custom Roblox game to help improve body image in children. However, a new study of over 1,000 kids reveals that the game's optional educational messages failed to actually boost players' self-esteem or body satisfaction.

Video games offer adults a popular way to unwind, but new research shows that playing to win is linked to higher anxiety. The findings reveal how gaming motivations differ by gender and shape our mental health.

A recent experiment reveals that playing an action video game for an hour before bed can reduce stress and improve visuospatial memory the next day without disrupting objective sleep quality.

A new study shows that watching a Black video game character commit violent acts increases unconscious prejudice in White viewers. However, Black viewers experience a psychological defense reaction that lowers their self-reported racist beliefs.

While competitive video games often seem stressful, the communication platforms built around them can function as welcoming neighborhood hubs. A recent study reveals that players often stay in these groups for deep social connections and emotional relief.

Can a video game change your mind about having kids? A new study suggests that emotional bonds with virtual characters in simulation games may boost real-world fertility desires among young adults.

It is a commonly held belief that social media drives the youth mental health crisis. However, a recent study tracking 25,000 teenagers finds little evidence that time spent online causes anxiety or depression, challenging the popular narrative.

A new meta-analysis of nearly 150,000 participants reveals that Internet Gaming Disorder affects about 6 percent of young adults globally, challenging the assumption that video game addiction is solely a teenage problem.

A new study finds that university students playing video games for over ten hours weekly have poorer diets and higher body mass reported than their peers, suggesting excessive screen time displaces healthy habits.

Not all screen time is equal. A study of 8,000 teens reveals that while gaming doesn't harm focus, social media use specifically predicts increased inattentiveness—potentially explaining the global rise in ADHD diagnoses.

A new experiment suggests that gaming is still a resume "red flag." Applicants who listed gaming as an extracurricular activity received significantly lower hirability scores than those who listed traditional team sports.

Can Mario fight burnout? New research indicates that the childlike wonder found in Nintendo games helps young adults manage emotional exhaustion.

Esports players can improve shooting performance by training with real-time biological data. Researchers found that focusing on cortical activity and gaze control significantly reduced reaction times .

Engaging in creative activities like music, drawing, dance, or strategy video games may help keep the brain younger, according to a new study in Nature Communications. The research suggests creativity is linked to healthier brain function.

Research analyzing 140,000 hours of Nintendo Switch gameplay found no evidence that time spent playing predicts well-being. A player’s perception of how gaming fits their life was a more significant factor.