Dopamine Loops
This Guest Feature was written by Matthew Moynihan. 750 Words on Dopamine Feedback Loops Video games have been a source of fun, pleasure and escapism for almost sixty years.
One Day At A Time- How Stardew Valley Can Help Mental Health
This article is a guest feature. Stardew Valley is a unique game. Whereas most video games are primarily about overcoming obstacles, avoiding fail states while chasing victory conditions, Stardew
No Rx Needed: A Therapist Recommends Games
This guest feature was written by Kim Shashoua, LMSW. Kim Shashoua, LMSW is a therapist who specializes in working with teens. She has presented at the GDC’s Narrative Summit, academic conferences, and
SIMplifying My Life
This article was written by Rade, who can be found on Facebook and Twitter. Sometimes, I like to think of myself as a Sim. Rade-Sim has ambitions to be a
Stressed Out: An Examination of Mental Health in Darkest Dungeon
This article was submitted by Greg Lent. In most games, the stress of combat is simply not explored. If touched upon at all, it is in cutscenes. A character
Geralt of Rivia, The Grey Player Character
This article was submitted by Taylor King. It contains spoilers for The Witcher. Geralt of Rivia, The Grey Player Character The world of the Witcher is a bleak and
A Pumpkin In The Toilet- A Story About Autism and Video Games
This article was submitted by Greg Lent. A Pumpkin In The Toilet- A Story About Autism and Video Games Growing up with an autistic brother is hard. I know
RANZCP Launches Your Health In Mind – Mental Health Information Resource
The Royal Australia and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP) is the principal body representing the medical speciality of psychiatry in Australasia. They account for training of specialist doctors to become