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 ...

A single treatment session, which includes the video game Tetris, can reduce symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD ...

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 ...

Playing Tetris after trauma could help prevent PTSD by disrupting memory formation. Discover the underlying science and how to use this simple tool for mental resilience.

Tetris is one of the world’s best-selling video games and even the subject of a recent film—but the beloved 1980s digital puzzle may also help improve your mental health. More specifically ...

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.

SAN FRANCISCO — Playing Tetris within 72 hours of a traumatic event may reduce the frequency of intrusive memories for up to 5 weeks, according to a poster presented here.“It turns out that ...

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.

PLAYING Tetris after a traumatic event could help reduce your risk of PTSD, a study shows. The popular video game helps lower the chances of developing flashbacks caused by post-traumatic stress di… ...