Cloud, Grief, and Growth: The Psychology of FFVII Psychgeist 2026-09-23 | Cloud, Grief, and Growth: The Psychology of FFVII
The Psychgeist of Pop Culture | The Elder Scrolls Psychgeist 2025-09-26 | Hail and well met! The Psychgeist of Pop Culture: The Elder Scrolls is here! This new book dives into the psychology behind The Elder Scrolls exploring cults, brotherhoods, and dark group membership, why we ignore the main quest, and why we worship Daedra (among other things!). Whether you’re a fan, gamer, or psychology or media studies buff, this is your chance dive headfirst into this much beloved fandom.👉 Learn more: playstorypress.org/books/the-psychgeist-of-pop-culture-the-elder-scrolls#TheElderScrolls #Skyrim #psychology #psychgeist #popculture #books #gamestudies
Masculinity, Rewritten by The Last of Us | EXP Talk Psychgeist 2025-09-25 | What makes Joel Miller from The Last of Us one of the most compelling father figures in modern media?In this EXP Talk, Dr. Rachel Kowert explores how Troy Baker (in the video game) and Pedro Pascal (in the HBO series) bring Joel to life in two powerful, yet distinct ways—revealing how fatherhood, masculinity, and vulnerability are evolving in today’s culture.From the “found father” archetype to parasocial relationships, this talk dives into why Joel’s story resonates so deeply—and what it teaches us about love, loss, and what it really means to be a man.Download your copy for FREE, here: playstorypress.org/books/the-psychgeist-of-pop-culture-the-last-of-us Dr. Rachel Kowert is the series editor of The Psychgeist of Pop Culture and an international expert on the psychology of games. Learn more about her work here: rkowert.com#thelastofus #tlou #psychgeist #psychology #joelmiller #pedropascal #troybaker #masculinity #gamestudies
Can Video Games Help Fight Climate Change? 🌍🎮 Psychgeist 2025-09-24 | What if video games could do more than entertain—what if they could help save the planet? 🌱 Games like Minecraft and Terra Nil let players experiment with sustainability, resource management, and climate solutions in powerful, interactive ways. Research shows games can raise awareness, inspire real-world action, and even model strategies for tackling climate change.#climatechange #advocate #videogames #psychgeist #gaming #gamingculture #ecofriendly #gamestudies #minecraft #terranil
🎮 Games as Third Spaces | How Online Friendships Build Belonging Psychgeist 2025-09-22 | For many players, games are more than entertainment—they’re third spaces. Just like the bar in Cheers or the coffee shop in Friends, online games create spaces where people hang out, connect, and feel a sense of belonging.Research shows that friendships formed in games are real and meaningful, offering community, support, and shared experiences that go far beyond the screen. From guilds to voice chat, these digital hangouts are vital social spaces in today’s world.👉 Who are the friends you’ve made through gaming that changed your life?#videogames #videogames #friends #mmorpg #destiny2 #worldofwarcraft #amongus #ff14 #gamestudies #community #belongingmatters
🎮 Do Violent Video Games Cause Violence? | The Science Explained Psychgeist 2025-09-17 | The biggest myth in gaming—busted by science. Decades of research show no causal link between violent video games and real-world violence.Yes, some studies find small, short-term increases in aggression after play—but aggression ≠ violence. In fact, other studies reveal that games can boost problem-solving, teamwork, and even stress relief.So next time someone blames violent video games for society’s problems, remember: the science isn’t that simple.👉 What’s the most misunderstood “fact” about video games you’ve heard?
The Psychgeist of Pop Culture | The Last of Us Psychgeist 2025-09-16 | 🎮📖 The Psychgeist of Pop Culture: The Last of Us is here! This new book dives into the psychology behind The Last of Us games and HBO series—exploring trauma, survival, grief, and morality through Joel, Ellie, and beyond. Whether you’re a fan, gamer, or psychology buff, this is your chance to see why The Last of Us is more than just a story—it’s an emotional journey into what it means to be human.👉 Learn more: playstorypress.org/books/the-psychgeist-of-pop-culture-the-last-of-us#TheLastOfUs #Psychology #Psychgeist #HBOMax #videogames #gaming
🎮 Do Video Games Keep Your Brain Young? | Gaming & Science Psychgeist 2025-09-15 | Are video games the real fountain of youth? 🧠Research shows gaming can boost attention, memory, decision-making, and problem-solving — even puzzle games like Tetris light up your brain. Scientists are now studying games as tools to help delay dementia.So the next time someone says “gaming rots your brain,” science says: think again.#videogames #brainhealth #neuroscience #cognitivefitness #gaming #gamedesign #psychgeist #psychology #gamestudies
🎮 Why We Blame Video Games While Ignoring Real Violence Psychgeist 2025-09-11 | An assassination on a public stage was scrolled past like just another meme — yet video games are still blamed for violence. This short explores the truth about video game violence, media consumption, and how constant exposure to graphic content reshapes our sense of what’s “normal.”#videogames #psychology #Violence #gamingculture #psychgeist #gta #news
Why You Remember Game Maps Better Than Your Metroplex Psychgeist 2025-09-10 | Ever wondered why you can navigate Skyrim, The Witcher, or Elden Ring perfectly but forget where the milk is at the grocery store? 🧠 Games tap into your brain’s spatial memory system—the hippocampus—by using repetition, landmarks, and engaging quests to build mental maps that stick. Exploring our own cities? They are often not nearly as fun… unless your enountering dragons along the way.If you like exploring the psychology of games, hit subscribe for more Psychgeist shorts!#videogames #psychgeist #gaming #map #skyrim #witcher #eldenring #psychology #psychologyfacts #gamestudies
🎮 The Psychology of Loot Systems Psychgeist 2025-09-08 | Ever wonder why you’ll slay 500 goblins for one shiny sword—and still want more? Loot systems in games aren’t about dopamine hype, they’re about reinforcement theory and anticipation psychology.This short explains how variable ratio schedules keep players hooked by making every encounter feel like it might be the jackpot. Games like Diablo IV and World of Warcraft balance rarity and reward really well to create that irresistible “just one more run” feeling.💬 What’s the rarest loot you’ve ever chased for way too long? Drop it in the comments!#worldofwarcraft #diablo #psychgeist #psychology #videogames #videogames #loot #gamstudies
🎮 5 Surprising Life Lessons Grand Theft Auto Taught Me Psychgeist 2025-09-04 | Think Grand Theft Auto is just chaos, murder, and mayhem? Think again. GTA has surprising depth and can actually teach us real-life lessons. From map reading and spatial skills to moral choices, rule-breaking, and even therapy sessions with Michael in GTA V, Rockstar’s iconic series goes way beyond controversy.Let's talk about the 5 life lessons I learned from GTA and why even the most the "games we love to hate" have real value.👉 If you love exploring the psychology of games and pop culture, hit subscribe for more Psychgeist shorts!#videogames #gaming #gta #gta5 #grandtheftauto #psychgeist #psychology #gamestudies #lifelessons
EXP Talks: TED-Style Psychology of Pop Culture 🎮📚 Psychgeist 2025-09-01 | Ever wish TED Talks were nerdier with more bonus XP? Welcome to EXP Talks, a new Psychgeist series where psychologists, authors, and experts break down the hidden psychology of your favorite fandoms. From The Witcher’s moral dilemmas, to The Mandalorian’s attachment bonds, to the life lessons in Bluey—EXP Talks transforms pop culture into bite-sized psychological insights.✨ New talks every month📖 All Psychology of Pop Culture books are FREE to download (www.psychgeistofpopculture.com)🧠 Level up your brain with science + fandom👉 Subscribe to Psychgeist for more psychology of games, media, and pop culture!#videogames #gamestudies #gaming #psychology #psychgeist #ted
In a world full of monsters, who decides what’s human? | EXP Talk Psychgeist 2025-08-27 | What makes someone a monster—their fangs, claws, and power… or the way they choose to live?In this EXP Talk, Dr. Amelia Herbst explores The Psychgeist of Pop Culture: The Witcher and how characters like the higher vampire Regis challenge our assumptions about humanity, morality, and monstrosity.From Geralt’s uneasy friendship with Regis to the psychology of cognitive dissonance, this talk dives deep into why some “monsters” in The Witcher are more human than the people hunting them—and what that says about our real-world fears, prejudices, and empathy.Dr. Amelia Herbst is an author in the Psychgeist of Pop Culture: The Witcher and the editor of the upcoming Psychgeist of Pop Culture: The Elder Scrolls. You can learn more about her, and her work, here: wanderingshrink.com#psychgeist #psychology #psychologyofgames #videogames #gaming #witcher #witcher3 #monster
🎣 Game Fishing & Mental Health | The Psychology of Stardew, Animal Crossing & RDR2 Psychgeist 2025-08-27 | Fishing in games isn’t just a side quest — it’s gaming psychology at work. 🎮 In titles like Stardew Valley, Animal Crossing, and Red Dead Redemption 2, fishing slows you down and activates the brain’s default mode network — your mind’s “idle” state. That’s when creativity sparks, problems solve themselves, and stress fades.This is why game fishing is more than fun — it’s good for your mental health in games. A perfect reset between grinding and battles.👉 What’s YOUR favorite game to go fishing in?#videogames #gaming #mentalhealth #stardewvalley #animalcrossing #rdr2 #psychgeist #wow
🎥 My Secret Weapon to 3 Million Subs?! | New Camera + Mic Upgrade Psychgeist 2025-08-25 | From 3K to 3 MILLION—you need the right knights at your round table. ⚔️ Today I reveal my newest allies: a brand-new camera and mic setup. Better visuals, sharper audio, and a whole new level for the Psychgeist channel.If you’ve been with me since the beginning, you know this journey is about brains, games, and growth—and now, it’s leveling up in quality.👉 Subscribe and join the quest to 3M!#videogames #gaming #gamestudies #psychology #psychgeist
🎮 50 Psychology-Backed Reasons Video Games Are GOOD for You | Gaming & Mental Health Psychgeist 2025-08-22 | Think video games are just a waste of time? Think again. From boosting creativity and problem-solving to reducing stress and building friendships, games are backed by psychology and science as powerful tools for growth.In this short, I rapid-fire 50 reasons why games are GOOD for you — with examples from Minecraft, Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, Animal Crossing, Elden Ring, Fortnite, Pokémon, The Sims, and more.This is gaming psychology in action: how games improve mental health, social skills, learning, and even resilience....can you tell I've played a lot of World of Warcraft?👉 What’s YOUR favorite way games have helped you?#videogames #gaming #gamestudies #psychology #psychgeist #wow
🎮 Why Games Like Elden Ring Put You in Flow State | The Psychology of Gaming Psychgeist 2025-08-20 | Ever lose track of time while gaming? That’s flow — a powerful psychological state where challenge and skill meet. Games like Elden Ring and Baldur’s Gate 3 are designed to keep you in that sweet spot, boosting creativity, focus, and even learning. Let's break down the science of flow and why your marathon gaming sessions might actually be productive.👉 What game puts YOU in flow instantly? Drop it in the comments!#videogames #gaming #eldenring #bauldersgate3 #psychology #flow #psychgeist
🎮 Serious Play Conference 2025 Recap | What I Learned (and Regretted) Psychgeist 2025-08-18 | I just got back from the Serious Play Conference 2025 ! I learned a ton, laughed with amazing people, and… regretted eating the infamous “garbage plate.” In this quick recap, I share my highlights, key takeaways, and why conferences like Serious Play are so important for anyone studying or working with games.👉 Have you ever been to a games conference? What was your biggest takeaway (or worst food regret)?#SeriousPlay25 #GameStudies #Psychgeist #GameDev #psychology #VideoGames #Gaming
Want to Study Games for a Living? Go to Conferences. Here’s Why. Psychgeist 2025-08-15 | Thinking about a career studying games? Academic conferences are where it all happens. Here are my 3 top tips for getting the most out of conferences. From networking to presenting, here’s how to level up your academic journey beyond the books.#GameStudies #AcademicTips #Psychgeist #GamesResearch #ConferenceTips #SeriousPlay #StudentAdvice #GamingCareers #PsychologyOfGames
K-pop Demon Hunters & the Psychology of Play: Why We Love Hero Stories Psychgeist 2025-08-11 | Why are we obsessed with K-pop idols fighting demons? It’s not just cool aesthetics—it’s science. From Zelda to Final Fantasy to K-pop Demon Hunters, our brains crave stories of challenge and triumph.#kpop #psychology #gaming #herosjourney #mythology #kpopdemonhunters #gamestudies #finalfantasy #zelda #popculture
I Won the Games for Change Vanguard Award 🎮 | My Acceptance Speech Psychgeist 2025-08-08 | I’m incredibly honored to have received the 2025 Vanguard Award from Games for Change. In this speech, I share what this moment means to me, reflect on the journey that brought me here, and speak about the future I believe in—one where games are recognized as powerful tools for mental health, connection, and social good.#GamesForChange #VanguardAward #MentalHealth #videogames
Did 73% of Players Really Quit After Toxicity? Not Quite. Heres What the Study Actually Says Psychgeist 2025-08-06 | A LinkedIn post claimed a Caltech & Activision study found that 73% of players quit for 60+ hours after one toxic rant....but that’s not what the data says. In this short, I break down what the research actually found, why it matters, and how headlines like this can distort good science. Let’s stop the moral panic and start reading the studies. #gamestudies #toxicity #videogames #gaming #sciencecommunication #trustandsafety #caltech #activision
Game Addiction Isn’t What You Think: It’s a Symptom, Not the Cause Psychgeist 2025-08-04 | Is video game addiction really about the games or something deeper?A new longitudinal study in JAMA Network Open tracked over 4,200 adolescents and confirmed what researchers have long suspected: excessive gaming is often a coping mechanism for underlying mental health struggles like depression, anxiety, and ADHD - not the cause of them. In this short, we break down the findings and explain why we need to stop blaming games and start supporting players. READ THE FULL STUDY HERE: jamanetwork.com/journals/jamanetworkopen/fullarticle/2836903#gamingdisorder #gameaddict #mentalhealth #videogames #gamestudies #digitalwellbeing #psychgeist #psychology
Australia Bans YouTube for Under-16s — Why It Won’t Work Psychgeist 2025-08-01 | Australia just added YouTube to its social media ban for users under 16 ...but will it actually protect kids? Research and real-world evidence suggest bans don’t reduce use; they just push young people into unregulated spaces. After the UK's Online Safety Act, VPN use surged, proving that workarounds are easy and dangerous. #videogames #youtubeban #onlinesafety #medialiteracy #techpolicy #australianews #onlinesafety #socialmediaban
Why Picking Flowers in Games Is Actually Good for Your Brain 🧠🌸 Psychgeist 2025-07-31 | Picking flowers in Skyrim, Azeroth, or Toussaint isn’t just a fun side quest—it’s a form of positive escapism. Research shows that games can support mental health by helping us slow down, reduce stress, and reconnect with ourselves. In a high-pressure world, even digital calm matters. Discover why wandering virtual forests might be your brain’s favorite way to recharge. 🌿🎮 #mentalhealth #gaming #skyrim #thewitcher #wow #cozygaming #stressrelief #gamestudies #psychgeist
Engaged Is Not Addicted: The Truth About Video Games Psychgeist 2025-07-29 | Are video games really addictive or just engaging? In this short, we bust the myth that games are hijacking our brains. While they're designed to be immersive, that’s not the same as addiction. Let’s stop confusing passion with pathology. #videogames #videogameaddict #mentalhealth #psychgeist #psychology #wellbeing
TL;DR July 2025 Psychgeist 2025-07-28 | An (audio) compendium of the comings and goings in research, development, and news about our digital playgrounds from July 2025.Link to this month's newsletter: open.substack.com/pub/rachelkowert/p/tldr-july-2025?r=1nfkr7&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true
What I Am Bread Teaches Us About Play, Learning & Joy Psychgeist 2025-07-24 | Sometimes the weirdest games offer the wisest lessons. I Am Bread might seem like pure chaos but it reminds us that learning can happen in unexpected places, and sometimes the most important lesson is to just have fun. Whether you're flipping across the kitchen or failing gloriously, games like this show us the power of play.#IAmBread #VideoGames #GamingPsychology #GameDesign #IndieGames #Psychology #Psychgeist #GameStudies
Pedro Pascal’s Birthday Cake Is Trending… But First There Was Henry 🍰⚔️ Psychgeist 2025-07-22 | Pedro Pascal’s birthday cake moment is lighting up the internet but let’s rewind. Before Pedro, Henry Cavill gave us... well, me the ultimate fan-favorite energy...and all roads somehow still lead back to The Witcher. I know this short isn't about brains or games… but maybe it kind of is?#PedroPascal #HenryCavill #TheWitcher #BirthdayCakeTrend #PopCultureShorts #TrendingNow
Cozy Games Are Therapeutic Tools (And Science Backs It) Psychgeist 2025-07-21 | Feeling frazzled? Science says cozy games like Stardew Valley and Animal Crossing do more than just pass time, they help reduce stress, lower anxiety, and even regulate your emotions like meditation does. Backed by research, these low-pressure games offer real mental health benefits.#videogames #gaming #meditation #mentalhealth #psychgeist #psychology #stardewvalley #animalcrossing
Coldplay Concert Cheaters Tried Stealth Mode… and Failed HARD 😬 Psychgeist 2025-07-18 | A couple tried to pull off stealth mode at a Coldplay concert and got exposed mid-show, on camera (and by Chris Martin himself). But what does this have to do with video games? Games like Hitman and Metal Gear Solid make sneaking feel like a thrill, what psychologists call the “thrill of transgression.” But in real life, our brains misjudge how visible we are. #videogames #gaming #psychology #coldplay #psychgeist #gamestudies #hitman #metalgearsolid #stealthfail #coldplayconcert
Why the Media Gets Games All Wrong Psychgeist 2025-07-16 | The media still sees games as toys or threats. But that outdated view blinds us to the real digital harms unfolding in these spaces. #videogames #gaming #psychgeist #psychology #gamestudies #digitalsafety #medialiteracy Ask ChatGPT
Why We Get Attached to Video Game Characters (Hi Judy 😅) Psychgeist 2025-07-16 | Judy is my favorite neighbor in Animal Crossing—always fashionable, always fabulous, and I feel weirdly seen by her. But here's the thing: that's a parasocial relationship—a one-sided emotional bond with someone (or some-bear) who doesn’t actually know you exist.Originally coined for TV personalities, parasocial bonds are way more common now—whether it’s with streamers, celebrities, or even pixel-perfect villagers. But they’re not all bad, they can offer comfort, connection, and even motivation.Want to know more about parasocial relationships? There's a video for that: youtube.com/watch?v=Zjl2BFv0Z74#videogames #gaming #animalcrossing #parasocial #psychgeist #psychology #gamestudies
The Psychgeist of Pop Culture | Warhammer - Read it Free! Psychgeist 2025-07-14 | What makes Warhammer such a compelling and enduring universe? From the psychology of and fanaticism to the allure of warlording nuns? this new book from the Psychgeist of Pop Culture Series explores one of sci-fi and fantasy’s darkest worlds.Whether you're a Space Marine, a Chaos cultist, or just fascinated by dystopian storytelling — this is the Psychgeist of Pop Culture: Warhammer.PDF free to download or you can buy the paperback here: playstorypress.org/books/the-psychgeist-of-pop-culture-warhammer#warhammer #warhammer40k #warhammer40000 #warhammercommunity #gamestudies #psychgeist #psychology
The Psychgeist of Pop Culture | Warhammer - Read it Free! #shorts Psychgeist 2025-07-14 | What makes Warhammer such a compelling and enduring universe? From the psychology of and fanaticism to the allure of warlording nuns? this new book from the Psychgeist of Pop Culture Series explores one of sci-fi and fantasy’s darkest worlds.PDF free to download or you can buy the paperback here: playstorypress.org/books/the-psychgeist-of-pop-culture-warhammer#warhammer #warhammer40k #warhammer40000 #warhammercommunity #gamestudies #psychgeist #psychology
How Video Games Are Helping Kids Heal Emotionally Psychgeist 2025-07-14 | Can video games support kids' mental health? Therapists say yes and they're using video games to help children express emotions, build empathy, and practice social skills. Drawing on reporting from The Guardian and resources from Nurture Academy, this short explores how screen-based play can be a powerful tool for healing. #videogames #mentalhealth #psychgeist #psychology @theGuardian @minecraft Nurture Academy Article: https://nurture.is/academy/screen-based-empathy-activities-for-kids-video-games-that-teach-social-skills/Guardian Article: theguardian.com/games/2025/jul/14/the-way-a-child-plays-is-the-way-they-live-how-therapists-are-using-video-games-to-help-vulnerable-children
AI Isn’t Your Co-Author: The Danger of Phantom Citations in New Textbooks Psychgeist 2025-07-13 | A brand-new textbook just dropped ...with fake AI-generated citations. This short dives into why AI should be used to refine, not create, your work. #aiethics #academicintegrity #chatgpt #aitools #gamestudies
The Witcher’s Guide to Non-Toxic Masculinity | EXP Talk Psychgeist 2025-07-11 | What can a gruff, monster-slaying mutant teach us about healthy masculinity? In this EXP Talk, we dive into The Witcher and explore how Geralt of Rivia challenges toxic tropes about what it means to be a man. From tenderness to loyalty, vulnerability to quiet strength, Geralt shows us that true power doesn’t come from suppressing emotion—but embracing it.If you liked this EXP Talk, you can read more in "The Psychgeist of Pop Culture: The Witcher" where we dive deeper into Geralt, Vessimir, Regis, and more. And the best part? It’s completely free to download. Grab your copy and keep farming that EXP.Download your copy for FREE, here: rkowert.com/the-witcher#videogames #gaming #psychology #psychgeist #witcher #masculinity #toxicmasculinity #ted #EXP
🎮 Introducing EXP Talks: Pop Culture, Psychology & Farming XP For Your Brain Psychgeist 2025-07-08 | EXP Talks are coming! 💡🎮 A new series at the intersection of entertainment, experience, and psychology. From video games to viral shows, we break down how pop culture shapes how we think, feel, and act. Let’s farm some EXP for your brain. 🧠✨ #videogames #gaming #tedxtalk
🎮 Video games might help us become who we want to be #shorts Psychgeist 2025-07-07 | Can playing as a heroic, confident, or beautiful character in a video game actually change how you act in real life? According to the Proteus Effect and Self-Perception Theory, the answer is yes! In this Short, we break down the surprising psychological power of role-play and avatar identity — from superhero behavior to confidence boosts in real life.#videogames #gaming #gamestudies #confidence #witcher #astarion #minecraft
🎮 Microsoft Lays Off More Devs | What’s Happening in the Games Industry? Psychgeist 2025-07-02 | Another wave of layoffs hits the games industry... this time at Microsoft.#gameindustry #microsoft #layoffs #gamingnews #gamedev
TL;DR June 2025 Psychgeist 2025-06-30 | An (audio) compendium of the comings and goings in research, development, and news about our digital playgrounds from June 2025.Newsletter link: rachelkowert.substack.com/p/tldr-june-2025
My Unforgettable Week at Games for Change 🎮🏆🎭 Psychgeist 2025-06-29 | From winning the Vanguard Award 🏆 to co-leading a powerful roundtable on games and impact, here’s a whirlwind recap of my amazing experience at the Games for Change Festival! I finally got to share the work I’ve been doing at Discord, connected with brilliant changemakers in the games space, and PLOT WIST I became a full-on theatre kid by catching TWO shows in NYC.This week was about advocacy, art, and a little magic. #G4C2025 #videogames #gaming #discord #gamedev #nyc #psychgeist
Games Let You Be Who You Want to Be | Possible Selves Theory #shorts Psychgeist 2025-06-24 | Did you know that who we choose to be in games can actually shape who we become in real life? Your character is more than just a character — they are the first step toward becoming your favorite version of you.#videogames #gaming #gaming #charactercreation #identity #psychgeist #rpg #gamestudies
🎮 Video Game Music Made Me Cry: Games Are ART 🎻 Psychgeist 2025-06-19 | ALL YOUR ART BELONG TO US.I went to a live orchestra playing video game music, and it reinforced something I already knew but society seems to forget - that games are more than play. They're storytelling. They're emotion. They're ART.#videogames #gaming #gamestudies #videogamemusic #music #orchestra #brussels
Brussels, Bruges & A Video Game Orchestra 🎮🎻✈️ Psychgeist 2025-06-16 | Just back from Brussels and Bruges for a whirlwind work trip that turned into a mini city adventure—charming streets, waffles, and even a video game orchestra concert! Here's a glimpse into the blend of business and beauty 🇧🇪✨#videogames #gaming #gamestudies #travelvlog #brussels #bruges #videogamemusic
Are Violent Video Games to Blame for School Shootings? Psychgeist 2025-06-13 | For years, headlines have blamed violent video games for school shootings—but it's a myth. In this short, we break down why the science doesn’t support the panic. The real danger? Misinformation.#videogames #fps #schoolshootings #psychgeist #gaming #gamestudies #factchecking
Inside the New Psychgeist Studio 🧠🎮 | Where Psychology Meets Pop Culture Psychgeist 2025-06-12 | Take a behind-the-scenes tour of the brand new Psychgeist home studio—where nerdy meets nuanced. From psychology books to pop culture treasures, see how this space fuels research, content creation, and conversations at the intersection of science, games, and society. #psychology #popculture #gamestudies #homeoffice #videogames #gaming #psychgeist
Why Video Games Really Make You Rage | Frustration-Aggression Explained Psychgeist 2025-06-09 | Ever smashed a controller or mouse after losing again in your favorite game? It’s not the violence — it’s the frustration. Let's break down the Frustration-Aggression Hypothesis, the psychological theory that helps explain why games can make us feel aggressive (spoiler: it’s probably not the game’s fault). Want more on this topic? GAME RAGE EXPLAINED: youtube.com/watch?v=AccYhFSTDx8&t=91s#videogames #gaming #gamer #psychgeist #psychology #gamestudies #aggression #mentalhealth #fps
The 4th & 5th Knights Revealed: Feedback & Collaboration | Knights of the Round Table Series #shorts Psychgeist 2025-06-05 | The next two knights have been summoned! ⚔️ Feedback and Collaboration join the party — powerful allies in our quest to defeat the mighty YouTube Algorithm. 💻🐉Catch up on the battle (and all of the other knights we've summoned) here: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLErxktrmVFxYR9zQTnWkCqWWBxUCzUcCW#shorts #youtubealgorithm #creativeprocess #finalfantasy #psychgeist #games #videogames #gaming #gamestudies #psychology #science @HankGreen @johnschannel1007 @PeopleMakeGames
