Study finds gamers hold more inclusive values than general public, challenging stereotypes
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Eric W. Dolan
Summary
A study published in Psychology of Popular Media analyzing national survey data found that video game players tend to hold more inclusive cultural values than the general American public. The research challenges stereotypes that gaming correlates with prejudiced beliefs, suggesting that hostile online environments may stem from specific community dynamics rather than widespread attitudes among gamers.
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Video game players tend to hold more inclusive cultural values than the general American public.
Hostile online environments may be driven by specific community dynamics rather than widespread attitudes among gamers.
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