{"title":"Celia Hodent","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCelia Hodent\u003c\/strong\u003e explores the intersection of psychology and interactive media, offering insightful perspectives on how cognitive science shapes user experience in video games. Her works provide a thoughtful analysis of human behaviour, motivation, and design principles that enhance player engagement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders interested in the psychological foundations behind game development will appreciate Hodent’s clear, research-driven approach, which bridges theory and practice. These books are essential for those curious about the mental processes involved in gaming and digital interaction.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-psychology-of-video-games-by-celia-hodent-9780367493127","title":"The Psychology of Video Games","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat impact can video games have on us as players? How does psychology influence video game creation? Why do some games become cultural phenomena?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Psychology of Video Games\u003c\/i\u003e introduces the curious reader to the relationship between psychology and video games from the perspective of both game makers and players. Assuming no specialist knowledge, this concise, approachable guide is a starter book for anyone intrigued by what makes video games engaging and what is their psychological impact on gamers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt digests the research exploring the benefits gaming can have on players in relation to education and healthcare, considers the concerns over potential negative impacts such as pathological gaming, and concludes with some ethics considerations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith gaming being one of the most popular forms of entertainment today, \u003ci\u003eThe Psychology of Video Games\u003c\/i\u003e shows the importance of understanding the human brain and its mental processes to foster ethical and inclusive video games.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Taylor \u0026 Francis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47608146493676,"sku":"9780367493127","price":329.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780367493127-the-psychology-of-video-games.jpg?v=1778185611"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/celia-hodent.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}