Playing the video game Tetris can significantly reduce a hallmark symptom of PTSD- unpleasant and intrusive memories of a traumatic event. The corresponding study was published in BMC Medicine. Tetris ...

A simple, digital intervention that includes mentally playing Tetris can dramatically reduce intrusive memories of trauma in a month, even to the point of being symptom-free after six months, new ...

There is relatively little empirical research into the flashback phenomenon. Nevertheless, flashbacks are a common distressing symptom people experience in the aftermath of surviving a traumatic event ...

Screenshot of an experimental 'treatment' Can Tetris prevent PTSD? This sounds like a ridiculous question—but research suggests that it might! A 2009 study by Emily Holmes and her colleagues at Oxford ...

Benjamin holds a Master's degree in anthropology from University College London and has previously worked in the fields of psychedelic neuroscience and mental health. Benjamin holds a Master's degree ...

The anniversary of my best friend’s death hits me every year. Experts say these coping mechanisms may help - Even watching a ...

A single treatment session, which includes the video game Tetris, can reduce symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). This has been shown in a new study carried out with healthcare ...

Playing the classic video game Tetris could offer a novel approach to reducing distressing memories following trauma, a new trial has indicated. Researchers found that health workers who engaged with ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about Black and neurodivergent identity in the workplace. Having post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is far from easy.

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) after sexual abuse can cause symptoms including flashbacks, nightmares, and feelings of fear. Doctors and mental health professionals can provide support and ...

Leaving the Marine Corps after two deployments, Greg Bias thought he was fine until an accident triggered PTSD flashbacks. Finding a new artistic passion helped ease his mental health woes.