Among Us: how video games play with your emotions

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The “Number Go Up” Addiction

We’re back! On today’s episode, we go in on the most nefarious marketing tactic developed and that is also causing people a lot of stress… 'Number Go Up' addiction. We discuss how counting wins, likes, and even equity, control a lot of our online and everyday life, along with the ...  Show more

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