There is relatively little empirical research into the flashback phenomenon. Nevertheless, flashbacks are a common distressing symptom people experience in the aftermath of surviving a traumatic event ...

A simple, digital intervention that includes mentally playing Tetris can dramatically reduce intrusive memories of trauma in a month, even to the point of being symptom-free after six months, new ...

What is a flashback? A Viet Nam veteran with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder was driving on the New Jersey Turnpike near Newark Airport when a helicopter flew directly overhead. Suddenly, he slammed on ...

As computer games go, Tetris is one of the most mesmeric. Now, a team of researchers has found that the visual processing required to play the game can help sufferers ...

Many of us have been told our whole lives that our mind-numbing games of choice are a waste of time, energy, and ‘rotting our brains’. And while they aren’t exactly doing wonders for our dopamine ...

Playing Tetris while recalling distressing memories reduced intrusive flashbacks for healthcare workers in a ‘breakthrough’ trial.

You might find yourself avoiding prenatal appointments. A scan or pelvic exam leaves you unusually anxious. Even a gentle touch from someone you trust can suddenly feel overwhelming. For many people ...

Playing a video game may help reduce traumatic memories, according to a groundbreaking study. Researchers from the University of Oxford have found that using a digital intervention involving the game ...