Computer games as a subject of psychological research – negative and positive aspects of gaming

• Published in: Replay. The Polish Journal of Game Studies Vol. 9; no. 1; pp. 11 - 41
• Main Author: Paleczna, Monika
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Wydawnictwo Uniwersytetu Łódzkiego 30.12.2022; Lodz University Press
• Subjects: Sociology; negative and positive aspects; advantages and disadvantages; computer games; video games; player

Computer games are an interactive form of entertainment that is popular with younger and younger players. Therefore researchers are actively seeking information on the consequences of pursuing this type of pastime. At the beginning, the researchers’ attention was focused mainly on the negative aspec...