In recent years, conversations around video games and mental health have become more nuanced. While the popular narrative often focuses on the negative effects of gaming, emerging research suggests a different story. A comprehensive study published in the journal Frontiers in Psychology explores the positive psychological effects of video games through the lens of Seligman’s PERMA model—Positive Emotion, Engagement, Relationships, Meaning, and Accomplishment—and how gaming can contribute to mental flourishing. Understanding these findings challenges the notion that video games are merely a distraction and reveals how they can be a tool for emotional and psychological well-being. Understanding the PERMA Model and Its Connection to Gaming The PERMA model, developed by psychologist Martin Seligman, outlines five key components essential for psychological well-being. This model is used to frame the study’s argument that video games can foster a sense of emotional resilience and satis...
A place for Mental Health and Gaming.