The Knowledge Project with Shane Parrish #101 Jane McGonigal: The Psychology of Gaming
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Jan 19, 2021 
Jane McGonigal, a PhD game designer, champions the power of video games in fostering skills and mental health recovery. She discusses how challenging games can build confidence and a growth mindset. The impact of gaming on decision-making, mental resilience, and post-traumatic growth is explored. Jane shares insights on using games for education and creativity, emphasizing the importance of balancing play with real-life skills. Additionally, she touches on navigating misinformation and the potential of gaming in future technologies.
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Discuss Games With Kids
- Ask kids what skills and personality traits their favorite game requires.
- Discuss what they've improved at and their hardest in-game accomplishment to promote skill transfer.
Gaming and Studying
- Studying after playing video games improves knowledge retention.
- The brain focuses on the most recent salient problem during sleep.
Single vs. Multiplayer
- Single-player games aid attention control and anxiety management.
- Multiplayer games boost social support and real-world connections.