Play a Video Game and Take Control of Your Mental Health

There is often a misunderstanding of video games. They are trivial games that should be for children and teens, and even then, there is the notion that playing video games is an unambitious hobby. 

With time changing, society has grown into technology. Studies show that video games provide many benefits. Especially to mental health, at any age. 

WebMD  acknowledges these mental health benefits: 

Mental stimulation and problem-solving

A video game provides clear goals that the player has to figure out. On the opposite end of being unambitious, the mind works hard to problem solve and strategize. 

A sense of accomplishment.

The player spends time and works hard for those goals. When they reach them, their brain and body receive a positive reward.

Mental health

Playing video games can help with trauma recovery. They serve as a healthy outlet and distraction. They can also help players with anxiety, depression, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). 

Getting back up

It is unlikely to get through a video game without losing-many times. Similar to life, not completing something or reaching a goal as planned doesn't mean that the game is over. The player has to rethink how they can get what they want. Even if they are starting from the same point in the game, they know what defeated them previously. They can use this to help achieve their goals, in the game, and their personal lives. 

Video games create a whole new world to live in and explore. They give players goals and genuine accomplishments when they reach them. It is a way to temporarily relieve stress, help aid in mental health recovery, and provides practice in resilience. 

Even if you've never played a video game, there are many options to choose from and ways to play. Give it a try! Time spent playing has proven to be time well spent for mental health.