<ul><li>Video games can both positively and negatively impact mental health.</li><li>While some cognitive benefits result from gaming, it may also increase risks of addiction.</li><li>Benefits of gaming include improved memory, problem-solving, and stress relief.</li><li>Negative impacts may include social isolation, depression, sleep problems, and physical health issues.</li><li>Depression and addiction may be linked, which is important for gaming disorder research.</li><li>Genetic, neurological, and game design factors may impact chances of developing gaming addiction.</li><li>Video games stimulate brain development in areas of neural plasticity and cognitive function.</li><li>Video games also improve social skills, emotional regulation, and offer an outlet for stress relief.</li><li>Therapy VR games have shown success in treating PTSD, anxiety, and depression.</li><li>Setting limits and taking breaks can help maintain a healthy relationship with gaming.</li></ul>

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