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This study aims to investigate how online gaming can serve as a positive and adaptive activity rather than a problematic behavior.

When gaming can be non-problematic and healthy

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Qualitative analysis shows gaming can enhance well-being in enthusiastic gamers, suggesting therapeutic potential.

This study aims to investigate how online gaming can serve as a positive and adaptive activity rather than a problematic behavior.
Qualitative research design with semi-structured, in-depth interviews
Fifteen enthusiastic gamers who played daily for at least one year
Data analyzed using interpretative phenomenological analysis
Two superordinate themes identified: meeting personal needs and fulfilling fantasy
Gaming supports psychological well-being and personal growth
Findings challenge the view of online gaming as inherently problematic

Diantina et al. (2025) studied this question.

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