Daniel Kaufmann PhD | Dr. Gameology
@drgameology.bsky.social
Professor, Author of "The Gamer's Journey", Twitch & YouTube Partner, and Podcaster.
Streams: Final Fantasy and More / Talks Mental Health
https://link.space/@drgameology
Streams: Final Fantasy and More / Talks Mental Health
https://link.space/@drgameology
The fight against cancer starts with research. I'm joining @ThePMCF to raise funds during my twitch stream on 12/14 at 11am EST so we can make a difference together. @loadscreengg
#QuestToConquerCancer
#QuestToConquerCancer
December 13, 2025 at 4:07 AM
The fight against cancer starts with research. I'm joining @ThePMCF to raise funds during my twitch stream on 12/14 at 11am EST so we can make a difference together. @loadscreengg
#QuestToConquerCancer
#QuestToConquerCancer
That game you play when anxious? It's called a regulatory activity in therapy speak. Your coping mechanism has a cool name! 🎮😌
December 12, 2025 at 11:30 PM
That game you play when anxious? It's called a regulatory activity in therapy speak. Your coping mechanism has a cool name! 🎮😌
Mini-maps teach situational awareness better than mindfulness apps. You're literally practicing being present while planning ahead! 🗺️👁️
December 12, 2025 at 8:02 PM
Mini-maps teach situational awareness better than mindfulness apps. You're literally practicing being present while planning ahead! 🗺️👁️
Respawn points are built-in resilience training. Every game over is just a new beginning. How many times have you respawned today? 🔄💫
December 12, 2025 at 5:05 PM
Respawn points are built-in resilience training. Every game over is just a new beginning. How many times have you respawned today? 🔄💫
NPCs with repetitive dialogue are like intrusive thoughts—acknowledge them and move on. Gaming teaches mental filtering! 🗣️➡️
December 12, 2025 at 2:03 PM
NPCs with repetitive dialogue are like intrusive thoughts—acknowledge them and move on. Gaming teaches mental filtering! 🗣️➡️
That feeling when gaming helps you forget your anxiety for a while... priceless. 🌟🎮
December 12, 2025 at 12:30 PM
That feeling when gaming helps you forget your anxiety for a while... priceless. 🌟🎮
Collectibles teach us that small joys matter. Every tiny achievement adds up to something meaningful. What's your favorite gaming collectible? 🌟📦
December 11, 2025 at 11:30 PM
Collectibles teach us that small joys matter. Every tiny achievement adds up to something meaningful. What's your favorite gaming collectible? 🌟📦
That post-boss-battle exhaustion? You just processed stress in a healthy way. Gaming is cardio for your emotions! 💪😮💨
December 11, 2025 at 8:03 PM
That post-boss-battle exhaustion? You just processed stress in a healthy way. Gaming is cardio for your emotions! 💪😮💨
Difficulty settings teach self-compassion. There's no shame in playing on easy when life is set to hard mode. Adjust as needed! 🎚️❤️
December 11, 2025 at 5:05 PM
Difficulty settings teach self-compassion. There's no shame in playing on easy when life is set to hard mode. Adjust as needed! 🎚️❤️
Gaming friends check on you when you're offline too long. That's real community care. Tag someone who's got your back! 👥💙
December 11, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Gaming friends check on you when you're offline too long. That's real community care. Tag someone who's got your back! 👥💙
Video games help process difficult emotions in a safe, controlled environment. 🕹️💙
December 11, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Video games help process difficult emotions in a safe, controlled environment. 🕹️💙
Your main character choice reveals your coping style. Tank = protector, Healer = nurturer, DPS = problem-solver. What's your class? 🛡️💊⚔️
December 10, 2025 at 11:30 PM
Your main character choice reveals your coping style. Tank = protector, Healer = nurturer, DPS = problem-solver. What's your class? 🛡️💊⚔️
Fast travel in games, but slow healing in life—both are valid game mechanics. Progress isn't always instant, gamers. 🗺️💫
December 10, 2025 at 8:02 PM
Fast travel in games, but slow healing in life—both are valid game mechanics. Progress isn't always instant, gamers. 🗺️💫
Sandbox games mirror therapy: no judgment, infinite possibilities, and you control the narrative. What world helps you process emotions? 🏗️✨
December 10, 2025 at 5:20 PM
Sandbox games mirror therapy: no judgment, infinite possibilities, and you control the narrative. What world helps you process emotions? 🏗️✨
That loading screen tip about taking breaks? Your game cares about your mental health more than you realize. Listen to the wisdom! ⏸️🧠
December 10, 2025 at 2:03 PM
That loading screen tip about taking breaks? Your game cares about your mental health more than you realize. Listen to the wisdom! ⏸️🧠
Gaming teaches us that every challenge can be overcome with patience and practice. 🎮💫
December 10, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Gaming teaches us that every challenge can be overcome with patience and practice. 🎮💫
Gaming teaches us that healing items exist in real life too—they're called breaks, friends, and self-care. What's your go-to healing potion IRL? 🧪💚
December 9, 2025 at 11:30 PM
Gaming teaches us that healing items exist in real life too—they're called breaks, friends, and self-care. What's your go-to healing potion IRL? 🧪💚
If you are choosing your character class in life, which one are you? 🧙♀️🛡️🎮
December 9, 2025 at 8:02 PM
If you are choosing your character class in life, which one are you? 🧙♀️🛡️🎮
Video games offer a balanced environment where everyone, including neurodivergent individuals, can compete equally. You achieve based on what you did, not what you are.
Gaming gives us access to a world we we are free to play. 🎮 #healthygaming
Gaming gives us access to a world we we are free to play. 🎮 #healthygaming
December 9, 2025 at 5:05 PM
Video games offer a balanced environment where everyone, including neurodivergent individuals, can compete equally. You achieve based on what you did, not what you are.
Gaming gives us access to a world we we are free to play. 🎮 #healthygaming
Gaming gives us access to a world we we are free to play. 🎮 #healthygaming
Video Games nurture lifelong skills in managing uncertainty and making informed choices, reinforcing positive choices and minimizing risk-taking behavior at every life stage. 🌱
✨That is what The Gamer's Journey is all about! 🎮
#author
✨That is what The Gamer's Journey is all about! 🎮
#author
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December 9, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Video Games nurture lifelong skills in managing uncertainty and making informed choices, reinforcing positive choices and minimizing risk-taking behavior at every life stage. 🌱
✨That is what The Gamer's Journey is all about! 🎮
#author
✨That is what The Gamer's Journey is all about! 🎮
#author
Playing video games creates a sense of calm and focus. 🧘♂️🎮
December 9, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Playing video games creates a sense of calm and focus. 🧘♂️🎮
Being a gamer doesn't mean ignoring life’s responsibilities. Balance gaming with your daily tasks to keep leveling up both in and out of the game. 🕹️🧙🏻♂️
December 8, 2025 at 11:30 PM
Being a gamer doesn't mean ignoring life’s responsibilities. Balance gaming with your daily tasks to keep leveling up both in and out of the game. 🕹️🧙🏻♂️
Keep leveling up in life and games! Tell me, What's your next boss battle? 🎮🚀
December 8, 2025 at 8:02 PM
Keep leveling up in life and games! Tell me, What's your next boss battle? 🎮🚀
Games provide a safe space 🛡️ to explore risk-taking 🎲, helping players assess consequences and rewards 🎁. This builds decision-making skills 🧠 across all age groups. 🕹️ #healthygaming
December 8, 2025 at 5:05 PM
Games provide a safe space 🛡️ to explore risk-taking 🎲, helping players assess consequences and rewards 🎁. This builds decision-making skills 🧠 across all age groups. 🕹️ #healthygaming
Adults use video games to fine-tune their response to complex situations 🧩, fostering calculated risk-taking that mirrors professional and personal life. 🎯What game makes adulting feel like a piece of cake? 🍰
#healthygaming
#healthygaming
December 8, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Adults use video games to fine-tune their response to complex situations 🧩, fostering calculated risk-taking that mirrors professional and personal life. 🎯What game makes adulting feel like a piece of cake? 🍰
#healthygaming
#healthygaming