The Neuroscience of Gaming

  • Published22 Jun 2016
  • Reviewed22 Jun 2016
  • Source BrainFacts/SfN

Video games are almost as divisive as they are ubiquitous. While some claim they make people inactive, antisocial, and even violent, others argue video games can improve some cognitive abilities. In “The Neuroscience of Gaming,” neuroscientists and experts from the gaming industry discuss how video games affect the brain as well their potential applications in classrooms and hospitals.

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