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The Fortnite social paradox: The effects of violent-cooperative multi-player video games on children's basic psychological needs and prosocial behavior

Published Mar 1, 2021 · Anat Shoshani, Maya Krauskopf

Comput. Hum. Behav.

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Study Snapshot

Key takeawayPlaying violent video games cooperatively leads to increased prosocial behavior in children, with psychological needs satisfaction acting as a mediator.

PopulationOlder adults (50-71 years)

Sample size24

MethodsObservational

OutcomesBody Mass Index projections

ResultsSocial networks mitigate obesity in older groups.

The Fortnite social paradox: The effects of violent-cooperative multi-player video games on children's basic psychological needs and prosocial behavior

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