During the initial phases of the COVID-19 pandemic, playing video games has been much
more than just a pastime. Studies suggested that video games for many individuals have …

The esports market has been growing exponentially has been growing exponentially with
much interest from industry and academia. Perhaps because of this growth, there is a lack of …

Background A positive relationship between problematic gaming and escapism motivation
to play video games has been well established, suggesting that problematic gaming may …

We greatly appreciate the care and thought that is evident in the 10 commentaries that
discuss our debate paper, the majority of which argued in favor of a formalized ICD-11 …

Objective The self-isolation measures employed during the COVID-19 pandemic made it
dificult for basic needs to be met, thus increasing emotional distress. It has been suggested …

Playing digital games can nurture wellbeing by helping players recover from daily stressors,
cope with life's challenges, practice emotion regulation, and engage in meaningful social …

HCI has become increasingly interested in the use of technology during difficult life
experiences. Yet despite considerable popularity, little is known about how and why people …

Due to continued groundbreaking digital advancements, Internet use has increased
significantly. This has led to a heated debate in relation to weighing the many advantages of …

Video games have become an everyday part of the lives of thousands of users. While
playing video games is relatively common, enjoying video games through live streaming …

Escapism is predominantly assumed to be a negative aspect of media consumption.
However, research also indicates that escapism may spur positive psychological outcomes …