Grief in Video Games
A presentation on how bereavement and grief are shown and used in video games, and how they can expand outside of the games.
- Discuss the distinctions between bereavement, grief, death, and dying.
- Investigate examples of them in video games
- How to use these video games as conversation starters or supports.
Link Keller
Media Psychologist
Geek Therapy
Co-host on GT Radio, Media Psychology PhD student, Lover of video games and talking about our inevitable mortality!
Summary
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Grief in Video Games
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A presentation by Link Keller M.A. (they/them/she/her) Media Psychologist, Geek Therapy Description: A presentation on how bereavement and grief are shown and used in video games, and how they can expand outside of the games. 1. Discuss the distinctions between bereavement, grief, death, and dying. 2. Investigate examples of them in video games 3. How to use these video games as conversation starters or supports.