PsyPost: Competitive gaming communities can become essential social sanctuaries. “A recent study published in the journal Social Media + Society reveals that players who initially join a group to improve their digital skills often stay for the deep personal connections they form. These virtual environments provide an important escape from the rigid expectations of daily life, functioning as […]

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PsyPost: Competitive gaming communities can become essential social sanctuaries

PsyPost: Competitive gaming communities can become essential social sanctuaries. “A recent study published in the journal Social Media + Society reveals that players who initially join a grou…

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