Study shows casual gaming can help kick bad habits

Deathsythe | June 19, 2008 | News | PC Company Misc

Some consider gaming to be a vice in of itself. Won't they be surprised when they read how a recent study by RealGames shows that it can not only be relaxing - but also help you kick or stay away from other lifestyle vices (such as smoking or snacking).

Of the 2,784 survey respondents reportedly watching their weight, 59 percent agree playing casual games provides a positive distraction from snacking and/or overeating, resulting in a reduced likeliness to overindulge.
Of the 1,324 survey respondents who reported being smokers, 42 percent agree playing casual games provides a positive distraction from smoking, resulting in a reduced frequency of tobacco use.
28 percent of survey respondents who feel that playing casual games distracts them from eating reported using game play as a means to reduce their food intake.

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