Sneakpeek Haiku with The NeuroJournalist

My haiku “Tetris Therapy” was presented as a sneak peek for the upcoming winter edition of The NeuroJournalist. The NeuroJournalist is an upcoming publication featuring all things related to neuroscience: art, writing, articles, music etc.. I have a large interest in neuroscience given my previous education and career background in psychology, so I had to create something once I saw the call! I am so in love with the visuals added to the poem. It really aids so much to the piece.

“Tetris Therapy” references the very real world phenomenon of The Tetris Effect which are lingering thoughts/thought patterns of the Tetris blocks falling and quickly arranging them. Because of the taxing and quick nature of the game, Tetris has been helpful for those suffering with PTSD and other mental health symptoms.

I can personally attest to using video games to help with mental health symptoms, especially when I was teenager and young adult. Wario Woods and Bomberman 64 were my Tetris but I also loved the calming nature of Legend of Zelda OOT, Mario 64, Mario Paint and later RPGs such as KOTOR and Mass Effect. They provided me escapism and peace of mind during rough parts of my life.

It’s not too late to submit to The NeuroJournalist! You can email them anything neuro related at their email: theneurojournalist@gmail.com