Mental health

Hero Journey Club wants to meet gamers’ mental health needs, just don’t call it therapy

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Maybe you’ve seen the ads on social media: “Crush depression with Animal Crossing”; “Meet with a therapist while playing Stardew Valley.” Advertisements for Hero Journey Club’s gamer-focused mental health support groups have flooded the internet in recent months, drawing a mix of skepticism and enthusiastic intrigue from those who have been targeted by them. “Struggling … Read more

The UK moves another step closer to banning phones in schools

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Owning a cell phone has become the norm for people of all ages, and while there is a convenience argument, experts and regulators have expressed concerns about children's well-being and distraction while they learn. To this end, the UK government is the latest to announce tips for banning phone use at school. It follows other … Read more