Study shows video games can improve mental wellbeing – but you can have too much of a good thing

A study of almost 100,000 people in Japan aged 10 to 69 found playing video games – or even owning a console – can be good for mental health. But playing too much each day can harm wellbeing.

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Bond University Research Portal (Bond University)
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2024-08-20
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Superconducting Materials and Applications
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Study shows video games can improve mental wellbeing – but you can have too much of a good thing

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Study shows video games can improve mental wellbeing – but you can have too much of a good thing

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A study of almost 100,000 people in Japan aged 10 to 69 found playing video games – or even owning a console – can be good for mental health. But playing too much each day can harm wellbeing.

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