Self-care has become something of a buzzword, used frequently in daily conversation. What does self-care actually mean and what does it look like? Self-care, as portrayed on social media, includes bubble baths, shopping sprees, drinking tea, going on a week-long vacation, and watching your favorite movie. While these are great…
Video games have earned something of a poor reputation in the field of mental health. They have been blamed for everything from criminal violence to depression to compulsive sexual behavior. And while it is true that video gaming, in conjunction with other factors, can become a problematic or maladaptive behavior,…