Video Series

The Power of Play

How Video Games can Benefit your Mind, Body and Wellbeing

Coming Sept

It's important to recognize that the positive impacts of video gaming extend beyond just cognitive benefits. In fact, gaming has been found to have profound effects on emotional and physical wellbeing as well. Research has shown that video gaming can be an effective tool for stress relief, emotional regulation, social connection, physical health, and even coping with trauma. This video series will dive deeper into these topics and highlight the ways in which video gaming can improve overall wellbeing.

Episodes 1-8

Episode 1: Introduction to Video Games and Mental Health (15 min)

An overview of the topic of video games and mental health
Introduction to the series and the topics that will be covered
Explanation of the benefits of video gaming on mental health

Episode 2: Gaming and Cognitive Functioning (15 min)

The relationship between video gaming and cognitive functioning
The cognitive benefits of video gaming
Explanation of how video gaming can improve cognitive functioning

Episode 3: Gaming and Stress Relief (15 min)

The relationship between video gaming and stress relief
The physiological and psychological benefits of video gaming on stress
Explanation of how video gaming can be an effective tool for stress relief

Episode 4: Gaming and Emotional Regulation (15 min)

The relationship between video gaming and emotional regulation
The benefits of video gaming on emotional regulation
Explanation of how video gaming can improve emotional regulation

Episode 5: Gaming and Social Connection (15 min)

The relationship between video gaming and social connection
The social benefits of video gaming
Explanation of how video gaming can foster social connection

Episode 6: Gaming and Physical Health (15 min)

The relationship between video gaming and physical health
The physical benefits of video gaming
Explanation of how video gaming can improve physical health

Episode 7: Gaming and Coping with Trauma (15 min)

The relationship between video gaming and coping with trauma
The benefits of video gaming on coping with trauma
Explanation of how video gaming can be an effective tool for coping with trauma

Episode 8: Gaming and Addiction (15 min)

The relationship between video gaming and addiction
The risks of video gaming addiction
Explanation of how to prevent and manage video gaming addiction

Episodes 9-16

Episode 9: Gaming and Mindfulness (15 min)

The relationship between video gaming and mindfulness
The benefits of video gaming on mindfulness
Explanation of how video gaming can be a form of mindfulness practice

Episode 10: Gaming and Creativity (15 min)

The relationship between video gaming and creativity
The benefits of video gaming on creativity
Explanation of how video gaming can improve creative thinking

Episode 11: Gaming and Learning (15 min)

The relationship between video gaming and learning
The benefits of video gaming on learning
Explanation of how video gaming can improve cognitive and academic performance

Episode 12: Gaming and Self-Esteem (15 min)

The relationship between video gaming and self-esteem
The benefits of video gaming on self-esteem
Explanation of how video gaming can improve self-confidence and self-worth

Episode 13: Gaming and Attention (15 min)

The relationship between video gaming and attention
The benefits of video gaming on attention
Explanation of how video gaming can improve attentional focus

Episode 14: Gaming and Decision Making (15 min)

The relationship between video gaming and decision making
The benefits of video gaming on decision making
Explanation of how video gaming can improve decision making skills

Episode 15: Gaming and Motivation (15 min)

The relationship between video gaming and motivation
The benefits of video gaming on motivation
Explanation of how video gaming can improve motivation and drive

Episode 16: Conclusion and Takeaways (15 min)