
016 - Online Relationships and Friendships
Psychology of Video Games Podcast
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The Impact of Online Games on Social Skills
This chapter explores the argument that playing online games can have a negative impact on social skills. It discusses the lack of nonverbal cues and contextual information in online communication and the potential interruption of social skill development in adolescents. It also raises questions about the value of online relationships and whether having only online friends is beneficial.
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