Playing the compter game Tetris within hours of a trauma, such as a car accident, can block the occurrence of intrusive memories and prevent PTSD. CNN values your feedback 1.

Tetris: The surprise therapy for PTSD flashbacks. This classic video game from the 80s is good for more than just keeping you occupied. Tom Tang / Unsplash. View 2 Images 1 / 2.

Playing Tetris was found to help with intrusive memories associated with PTSD. First-line treatments for PTSD are psychological interventions. These include trauma-focused cognitive behavioral ...

LONDON — A seemingly trivial task – playing a particular video game – may lessen flashbacks and other psychological symptoms following a traumatic event, according to research presented here ...

Scientists at Oxford University have announced that engaging in rounds of “Tetris” after a traumatic event can actually help prevent posttraumatic stress disorder flashbacks. Frankly, I’m ...

Essentially, Tetris is thought to work as a “cognitive vaccine” for intrusive visual memories of trauma. So, does it work? Research on the effects of Tetris on PTSD is still evolving.

Tetris can reduce risk of PTSD, scientists say. The classic game provides 'cognitive barriers' which help reduce flashbacks. Paul Gallagher. Tuesday 07 July 2015 14:19 BST. Comments.

Tetris vs. PTSD Published November 12, 2010 Some of you may remember last year's story about a UK study that suggested that Tetris might be helpful in treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder.

Tetris May Treat PTSD, Flashbacks. News. By Robin Nixon Pompa published 25 April 2012 When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works.

Playing the compter game Tetris within hours of a trauma, such as a car accident, can block the occurrence of intrusive memories and prevent PTSD. CNN values your feedback 1.