DUX partners with Kellogg’s Pringles and Krave to promote emotional well-being through video games

Oct. 10 (Portaltic/EP) –

The eSports club DUX Gaming and the brands Pringles and Krave, from Kellogg’s, have joined together to break down stigmas about the use of video games and promote responsible use, highlighting the benefits that they can have for emotional well-being. Advised by experts, they have created the ‘Pro Gamer Formula’, convinced that, “with the combination of its ingredients in the recommended doses, it could be guaranteed that gamers will enjoy the play digital games in a healthy and safe way.

Within the framework of World Mental Health Day, proclaimed by the World Health Organization (WHO), the promoters of this initiative consider it “fundamental” to break down the negative stereotypes associated with video games and “foster a more positive and inclusive vision” . “The video games they can be a powerful tool for personal developmentsocialization and emotional well-being if used responsibly and consciously,” they add.

It is estimated that there are approximately 3.38 billion video game players worldwide. According to data from the Spanish Video Game Association (AEVI), in Spain the figure is around 20 million gamers, of which 53% are men and 47% women. The age group with the largest number of players is between 25 and 34 years old.

To protect the mental health of video game users, the ‘Formula Pro Gamer’ initiative emphasizes the importance of following a series of guidelines: finding motivation every day to grow and keep a positive attitude; be part of a community to share with them, both inside and outside the game; and disconnect regularly, changing activities so that the mind also has its free time.

Likewise, Mario Fernández, CEO of DUX Gaming, appeals to the “values“that inspire young people and, at the same time, educate about the responsible use of video games and social networks, without giving up having fun. “We talk about essential values ​​common to any sporting discipline, such as respect, integrity, responsibility and perseverance,” he reiterates.

For her part, Amparo Lobato, Director of Corporate Affairs at Kellanova, completes this Pro Gamer formula with the third area of ​​development, focused on the essential habits to maintain physical health. In this sense, it recommends providing the body with the necessary energy, maintaining a balanced diet; do daily physical activity; and rest adequately, with a good sleep routine.

HOW VIDEO GAMES CAN HELP MENTAL HEALTH

The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that almost 280 million people in the world suffer from depression and anxiety disorders are even more common. In this context, it is crucial understand that “mental health is as important as physical healthand that video games can be part of a healthy and safe life,” added DUX Gaming and Kellogg’s.

Thus, they explain that video games encourage socialization, since online multiplayer games allow you to connect with like-minded people, creating communities and promoting teamwork. They also emphasize that They offer “a healthy way to disconnect from daily stress” and promote resilience. “Learning to overcome challenges, face frustration and learn from mistakes in a virtual environment can be a valuable tool to develop emotional resilience in real life,” they add.

Finally, they call “break down stereotypes” and conclude that, as with any other activity, the key lies in balance: “Video games can be a powerful tool for personal development, socialization and emotional well-being if used responsibly and consciously. On this World Mental Health, let us remember that taking care of our mind is essential to live fully. Let’s play with responsibility, respect, integrity and perseverance and promote healthy habits. Only in this way can we build a more conscious and inclusive gaming community.”