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Submitted by pierce 80d ago | news

Video games make elderly people happier

Playing video games gives elderly people a higher level of well-being, according to research conducted by North Carolina State University. (Culture)

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Patashnik + 80d ago

When I hit old age I intend to play all the JRPGs and MMO's I never had the chance to play when I was younger... maybe... :/

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CustardTrout + 80d ago

This isn't new, video games make me happier too...

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ZainabSaccal + 80d ago

It is also good to keep them involved in new things and bringing them all new stuff, they will not feel excluded :)

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kma2k + 80d ago

They make everyone happier, except maybe wives/girlfriends of players who dont game!

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FlyingFoxy + 80d ago

Well, i don't want to go without a fight.. you'll probably find me in some Cryonics lab.

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josephayal + 79d ago

Games Make Me Happy
I'm 77 and have been gaming since the 80s

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