The Apocalypse Within: Portraying Psychological Resilience and Anti-Fragility Through Games Like Hellblade (teaser)

<p>This teaser video introduces an upcoming talk that explores the concept of "inner apocalypses" through the lens of video games, particularly Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice. The presentation challenges traditional notions of apocalyptic narratives by shifting focus from external, global catastrophes to internal, psychological struggles.</p> <p>Key points covered in the teaser:</p> <ol> <li>The transformation of apocalypse narratives in media</li> <li>Analysis of Hellblade as a case study in portraying inner turmoil</li> <li>The intersection of gaming, mental health, and societal anxieties</li> </ol> <p>The full talk, presented by Dr. Victoria Mummelthei, will delve into how games can model psychological resilience and antifragility, offering unique perspectives on confronting personal and collective challenges. This interdisciplinary approach combines insights from game studies, cultural analysis, and psychology to shed light on contemporary anxieties and coping mechanisms.</p> <p>This teaser serves as an invitation to viewers to engage with a broader conversation about the power of interactive media in exploring complex psychological landscapes and fostering understanding of mental health issues.<br><br>Image credits:</p> <ol> <li>Screenshot from the game, taken by the author.</li> <li>https://flic.kr/p/2ou9ujt</li> <li>https://flic.kr/p/YAxXDg</li> <li>https://flic.kr/p/2n7JXLD</li> <li>https://flic.kr/p/WZdHCX</li> <li>https://flic.kr/p/YzaF4n</li> <li>https://flic.kr/p/Yj36aw</li> <li>Photo taken by the author at the isle of Anglesey, Wales, 2023.</li> <li>https://flic.kr/p/YiQTFf</li> </ol>