How video games helps you cope with stress in your everyday life.

Video games take you to a completely different reality, a different setting, and essentially you become a completely different person. It's the same way people use drugs, art, food, or excessive sleep to cope with the stressors that come with every day life. It separates you from reality and allows you to do things you wouldn't do, since the possibilities are endless. It's harmless and it's fun so it's one of the better coping strategies out there!