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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Health
Storm Newton

The 13 health benefits and harms of gaming according to experts

Video games can impact mental wellbeing in various ways, from fostering misogynistic views and loneliness to relieving stress and boosting memory, a new study suggests.

Researchers at the Oxford Internet Institute (OII) have identified 13 potential impacts of gaming on mental health, aiming to clarify the often-conflicting narratives surrounding this popular pastime.

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