Have any of you turned to video games for stress relief?

Yes but not the ones that induce violence. (ie: golf, baseball)

I play mostly RPGs and MMO's. It's a really relaxing to be able to immerse myself into another virtual world. Another benefit is the ability to talk to friends regularly no matter where I am in the world through game chats, Discord and otherwise interact with others through the problem solving mechanics of the game. I find the teamwork translated well to my job when I was in the Army.

I have played for hours on end in the past but later on I've discovered that games are an escape and avoidance to face my demons aka. PTSD ( and emotions ) for which I wasn't receiving a treatment yet. Once I completed the 12 step STAIR program, something has "clicked" in my head and don't nearly play as much.

Yes. Sometimes when I feel overwhelmed I tend to turn to video games or music when I cannot get out of the house.

Undoubtedly an unequivocal Yes! Also gives me time with my adult Veteran Children. Its Awesome!!!!

Yes, games help deal with Stress. Hard levels though may cause frustration so I must take breaks and try again later.

Honestly probably the only go to for unwinding and dropping everything going on around me. Up there with music

Yes

Yes

Only when I'm stressed for no reason