Gaming host John sits down with Dr. Anthony Bean, clinical psychologist, video game researcher, and founder of Geek Therapeutics, to explore the intersection of mental health and gaming. From the myths around video game addiction to how gaming can actually help us grow emotionally, this episode dives into what it really means to level up in real life.

Whether you're curious about therapy through geek culture, want to better understand your own gaming habits, or just love hearing about how your favorite games impact your brain—this is one episode you don't want to miss.

Your weekly hit of gaming insights, video game culture, and expert-level conversations—from the Video Gamers Podcast.

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