Antisocial behavior in the gaming world often arises from heightened anxiety, low self-esteem, and elevated levels of depression. Toxic actions, such as cyberbullying, contribute to a harmful environment, especially for aspiring and female gamers, leading to severe negative psychological outcomes.
Understanding Cyberbullying
Inclusive of all kinds of offensive behaviour including international intimidating, harassing, or threatening other gamers within the community. Verbal abuse, spreading rumours, exclusion, and sharing of personal information without permission are the most faced cyberbullying by the gamer community. Another form of toxicity that was mostly common during the coronavirus was bullying by offensive name-calling, which was directly related to the increased screen time due to lockdown. It is not that the majority of gamers are indulged in negative behaviour but there is a significant number of indulgences in cyberbullying.
Harmful Impacts Of Cyberbullying And Toxicity In Gaming
The existence of cyberbullying or toxicity in gaming has a direct impact on the mental, emotional, and psychological health of the sufferer particularly young gamers. Longer exposure to such negativity in young minds can lead to anxiety, stress, and even depression. In the long run, it can leave a bad impact beyond the digital world, affecting overall health mental health, and quality of life.
Indian Gamers Fighting Back Toxicity In Gaming
Indian gamers are actively taking part in fighting back against Cyberbullying and toxicity in the gaming industry.
Spreading Awareness - Many Indian gamers are utilizing their platforms to spread awareness about toxicity and cyberbullying in gaming. Influencers and pro gamers often discuss the importance of respectful gaming environments and encourage users to call out and report bullying.
In-Game Reporting System β Now games are equipped with a reporting tool that allows gamers to complain about any sort of cyberbullying or abuse.
Mental Health Initiatives β Many gamers talk about the importance of mental health and promote a positive environment in the gaming world.
Promoting Outdoor Activities β There are top gamers in India who make videos for subscribers, where they are seen indulging in outdoor activities like trekking, camping, exercising, and playing outdoor games.
With these positive practices in gaming, pro gamers are promoting and encouraging aspirant gamers to a professional code of conduct, as well as the importance of physical activity for good health and lifestyle.
