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New videogame cuts stress
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A videogame created by researchers at Montreal’s McGill University can reduce production of the stress hormone cortisol, says a study published in the American Psychological Association’s Journal of Personality & Social Psychology. The game trains players to focus on positive feedback in social situations, and is based on the emerging science of social intelligence. “There are many possible applications for this kind of game,” says Professor Mark Baldwin, who led the team that developed it. “From helping people cope with the social anxiety of public speaking or meeting new people, to helping athletes concentrate on their game.” Now there’s a spin-off consumer product called MindHabits. Playing just five minutes a day can reduce stress, say the developers. $19.99 US, Mindhabits.com
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