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I had a very traumatic experience at the start of 2020. I remembered reading studies like this in the past, so after it happened I played Tetris on my Switch for a couple of hours.

While I did deal with high levels of anxiety for a few months after, I haven't dealt with flashbacks or intrusive memories at all. At this point it feels like a distant memory that I don't really think about at all anymore.

N of 1, but it seemed to help in my case. When possible, I plan to do the same following traumatic events in the future.




I honestly have the same studies in my mind and the same plan of action should I ever be subjected to a traumatic experience that warrants it. So well done you, glad it worked


There was a reason behind "tetris effect" after all. Our way of thinking during playing video games is really different than when we're irl.


That's really great! Glad to hear you'd heard about this prior to the experience and were able to successfully utilize it.


Thank you! I'd definitely recommend people keep it in mind as an option for potential future experiences, and to try Tetris specifically, because that's what the studies seem to all use.


> N of 1, but it seemed to help in my case.

All things considered, I think I'd rather not find out if it helps in my case :(




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