Losing Gaming Friends as an Adult: Why It Happens & How to Cope
This article explores the common phenomenon of losing gaming friends as an adult, attributing it to life changes like careers and family that reduce available social time. It discusses psychological research on friendship decay and the unique nature of online communities as vital social spaces. The piece offers advice on grieving these losses, the time investment required for new friendships, and the inherent advantages of gaming for adult social connection, while also acknowledging the validity of solo gaming.
Two Average Gamers
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