The Psychology Podcast 27: How Video Games Can Make Us SuperBetter
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Oct 11, 2015 
Jane McGonigal, a bestselling author and video game designer, shares her research on the positive effects of video gaming. They discuss how games can fight depression and PTSD, encourage creativity, and help achieve real-world goals. Jane shares her struggle with a traumatic brain injury that led to the creation of the game SuperBetter. They also cover topics like post-ecstatic growth, finding your passion, gamifying your life, the importance of struggle, and well-being.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
The Benefits of Playing Video Games
01:35 • 12min
Simulated Pleasure vs Authentic Experience: The Role of Games in a Utopian Society
13:52 • 3min
The Importance of Challenge and Game Design
16:40 • 24min
The Power of Video Games to Improve Mental Health
40:16 • 7min
Exploring Personal Growth Through Video Games and the Power of Secret Identities
46:57 • 3min
Exploring the Concept of Epic Wins and Personal Growth
50:01 • 2min
Living Life as a Game
51:45 • 5min