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Measuring Engagement of Spectators of Social Digital Games
Published on: July 3, 2021
Geeks, Fandoms, and Social Engagement
Dale Peeples1, Jennifer Yen2, Paul Weigle3
1The Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University, Department of Psychiatry & Health Behavior, 997 Street, Sebastian Way, Augusta, GA 30912, USA.
Abstract:
The Internet changed the way the global community interacts and communicates. This cultural shift allows like-minded individuals to connect and share ideas. It creates spaces for stigmatized communities to gather in a virtual presence. Youth now have greater options to explore identity, and to reach peers with niche interests. From a clinical perspective, it is helpful to understand the nature of communities our patients join on the Internet. This article focuses on the broad umbrella of "geek" culture, exploring a variety of interests such as cosplay, fanfiction, and gaming.
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