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27: How Video Games Can Make Us SuperBetter

27: How Video Games Can Make Us SuperBetter

FromThe Psychology Podcast


27: How Video Games Can Make Us SuperBetter

FromThe Psychology Podcast

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Length:
56 minutes
Released:
Oct 11, 2015
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Gamers rejoice! Bestselling author, video game designer, and TED talk superstar Jane McGonigal stops by to discuss her research on the positive effects of video gaming. She's a goldmine of science-backed information on how games can fight depression and PTSD, encourage creativity and help to achieve real world goals. We get personal as Jane shares the struggle with a traumatic brain injury that led her to create the sensationally popular video game and book SuperBetter, which have helped over 500k people live healthier and happier lives. We also cover topics like post ecstatic growth, finding your passion, gamifying your life, the importance of struggle and well-being.
Released:
Oct 11, 2015
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

Welcome to The Psychology Podcast with Dr. Scott Barry Kaufman, where we give you insights into the mind, brain, behavior and creativity. Each episode we’ll feature a guest who will stimulate your mind, and give you a greater understanding of your self, others, and the world we live in. Hopefully, we’ll also provide a glimpse into human possibility! Thanks for listening and enjoy the podcast.