This is in response to a personal/private conversation I just recently had. First I will quote the actual question, less any personal information as to respect the privacy and trust of the person. Then I will follow it up with quoting my response. This individual seemed to have had some [b]value[/b] and [b]positive[/b] reaction to the response, so I would like to [b]share[/b] that with the community today with the intent of creating a platform for [b]your voice to be heard[/b] and to get some [b]feedback[/b] on the topic. Hopefully it leads to something [b][u]positive, productive and engaging[/u][/b]. However, this is [i]the internet[/i] lol. [quote]I’m curious as to why those with PTSD, especially those who seemed to have become afflicted during combat, engage in violent video games? Wouldn’t the memories become vivid during the stresses of the game and the portrayal of battle?[/quote] "I apologize in advance for this long-winded response. I hope that you find some value in it though: That is a very formidable question; one worth exploring and understanding as it pertains to your mental health. I am not a professional/researcher nor claim to be qualified in the fields or topics I am commenting on. Not everyone is the same or experiences trauma the same. Each mind is intrinsic, unique and functions different than the next. With that said, I can only speak on my own behalf and that of my experiences in order to attempt establishing a connection with those who can relate with certain similarities. I can see your point and concerns though and understand how violent video games can induce certain triggers like increasing impatience and putting strain on emotional intelligence. I think the most mentally healthy, patient and emotionally intelligent of people can have triggers to something. The first step is to be aware and mindful of these things and gauge all beneficial and detrimental effects, weighing one against the other until a balance is found. Personally speaking, my goal is to do less of anything that tends to set off my triggers and more of the things that don’t. But I have also realized the importance of having backups and contingencies set in place if and when it feels like I am “out of control” so to speak. Sometimes, the most simplest method that works for me is to accept that I can only actually have so much control of certain things like what I say and do; with whom, what “it” is, when/where “it’s” being done and why. I think the how is in the context and delivery. The rest relies on how I perceive, analyze, reflect and improve towards living a more enjoyable lifestyle." [b];IGY6[/b] [u][b]You are not alone[/b][/u] - [url]https://help.bungie.net/hc/en-us/articles/4402601695252[/url]