How Does Gameplaying Support Values and Psychological Well-Being Among Cancer Survivors?

Francis, Diane B.; Comello, Maria Leonora G.; Marshall, Laura

doi:10.1089/g4h.2015.0044

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“…Helpfulness and stimulation (under the higherorder domains of self-transcendence and openness to change, respectively) were the most frequently appearing values. This finding is consistent with prior work showing that survivors value exploring alternate realities, cultivating social connections, and helping others (Francis et al, 2016). It is also in line with research on positive changes among survivors, such as feeling greater empathy toward others and prioritizing their families' needs (Horgan et al, 2011).…”

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“…Initial qualitative evidence from a small sample of survivors indicates that playing games affirms values, particularly for cultivating social connections, helping others, and experiencing alternate realities (Francis et al, 2016). This study builds on those findings, examining responses among a large sample of gameplaying cancer survivors.…”

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“…We define recreational video and computer games as digital games that have been designed primarily for entertainment, without explicit behavior change goals (Francis et al, 2016). Studies of these types of games have often focused on potential negative effects such as increases in aggression after exposure to violent games (Anderson et al, 2010).…”

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Values of cancer survivors and the supportive role of recreational video games

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Value-affirming activities have been linked to positive health outcomes and improved ability to cope. For cancer survivors who regularly play video games, might the games have potential to affirm values? We surveyed gameplaying survivors and included an open-ended question asking about values and the extent to which they perceived gameplaying as supporting values. A content analysis of responses ( N = 533) using Schwartz’s value typology revealed that a majority perceived gameplaying as supporting values or offering other benefits. Self-transcendence followed by openness to change were the most frequently coded higher-order categories. The results contribute to a richer understanding of survivors who gameplay.

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“…Simple puzzle games mitigated flashbacks of past trauma (James et al, 2015), and even violent video games led to mood repair and reduction of depression and hostile emotions by presenting opportunities for players to exert control over their environment and act in goaldirected ways (Ferguson & Rueda, 2010). Benefits in health outcomes have also been found (Primack et al, 2012), including gaming influencing psychological well-being among cancer survivors (Francis, Comello, & Marshall, 2016). Clearly, games can offer a range of benefits, but few studies have explored how and why individuals engage in gaming during difficult life situations.…”

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Gaming When Things Get Tough? Examining How Emotion Regulation and Coping Self-Efficacy Influence Gaming During Difficult Life Situations

Caro

Popovac

2020

Games and Culture

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Research suggests that gaming can play an important role in dealing with life difficulties, but few studies have examined this directly. Building on recent research, the current study set out to develop a measure of gaming in difficult life situations (GDLS) and explored the role of emotion regulation and coping self-efficacy as predictors of this behaviour. A total of 667 gamers completed the online survey. Initial analyses demonstrated validity and reliability of the GDLS scale (α = .92), with players turning to gaming as a distraction from life difficulties, to feel a sense of achievement, to connect with others, and for in-game connection and simulation. Multiple regression analysis showed that younger age, more time spent gaming in general, and lower coping self-efficacy predicted GDLS, but emotion regulation was non-significant. The study presents novel insights and a new measure for future research in this area.

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“…Social media is a well‐established mechanism for AYAs to collect diagnosis‐related information 5 . AYA survivors of cancer cite the importance of recreational video game use in both creating/maintaining social connection and distraction from reality 6 . Digital technologies have long been utilized for psychosocial intervention delivery, especially for skill development or education about a diagnosis 7–12 .…”

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Seeking virtual support: Digital technology use in adolescent and young adults with advanced cancer

Steineck

Lau

Fladeboe

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Pediatric Blood & Cancer

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Background A cancer diagnosis, especially advanced cancer, interferes with adolescent/young adult (AYA) peer relationships. AYAs increasingly use digital technologies (i.e., social media, video games) as a social instrument; little is known about the role of digital technologies in the AYA cancer experience. The objective of this analysis was to describe the use and impact of digital technologies among AYAs with advanced cancer. Procedure As part of the “Exploring the Concept of a ‘Good Death’” study, semi‐structured interviews were conducted with 32 English‐speaking AYAs (14–25 years) with advanced cancer (relapsed/refractory disease, estimated survival <50%). Interviews were audio recorded, deidentified, and transcribed verbatim. Questions focused on communication and sources of psychosocial support. Directed content analysis was used for codebook creation. Three reviewers completed transcript coding and reconciled discrepancies. Thematic analysis identified hierarchical themes. The present analysis focused on the specific theme of “digital technologies as a support mechanism.” Results When asked about sources of support, social media and multiplayer online games were most often recognized by AYAs. Three themes emerged regarding the role of digital technologies: distraction, maintaining existing peer support, and connecting with peers with cancer. Two AYAs acknowledged negative consequences of social media. Conclusions AYAs with advanced cancer cite digital technologies as a mechanism for maintaining and seeking peer support. Digital technologies may be leveraged to provide psychosocial support for AYAs with advanced cancer.

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How Does Gameplaying Support Values and Psychological Well-Being Among Cancer Survivors?

Cited by 9 publications

References 21 publications

Values of cancer survivors and the supportive role of recreational video games

Values of cancer survivors and the supportive role of recreational video games

Gaming When Things Get Tough? Examining How Emotion Regulation and Coping Self-Efficacy Influence Gaming During Difficult Life Situations

Seeking virtual support: Digital technology use in adolescent and young adults with advanced cancer

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