Introduction Video games have evolved from simple entertainment to a powerful cultural medium that reflects and shapes societal norms, ideologies, and power structures. As one of the most consumed forms of media globally, video games are instrumental in the social…
Introduction In the past few decades, video gaming has undergone a radical transformation. What was once dismissed as a solitary, fringe pastime has now become a pervasive and mainstream global cultural phenomenon. Today, an estimated three billion people worldwide identify…
Introduction Alcoholism, also referred to as alcohol use disorder (AUD), is a chronic and relapsing condition characterised by an impaired ability to regulate alcohol consumption despite experiencing adverse physical, psychological, occupational, and social consequences. While it is frequently conceptualised through…
Introduction The term “manosphere” refers to a loosely connected network of online communities, websites, forums, and social media spaces where various ideas about masculinity, gender roles, and male identity are debated and promoted. Though diverse in scope and tone, the…
Introduction The global refugee crisis has become one of the defining humanitarian and political challenges of the 21st century. From the displacement of millions due to conflict, persecution, economic destitution, and increasingly, climate change, to the ongoing debates over borders,…
Introduction Fascism is often understood as a phenomenon of the past, most notably associated with mid-20th-century regimes in Italy and Germany. However, sociological analysis demonstrates that fascism is not merely a historical aberration but a potential recurring formation in modern…
Introduction In contemporary societies, particularly within the Global North, the spread of neoliberal ideology has significantly altered not only economic structures but also the subjective experiences of individuals. While the consequences of neoliberalism on labor, state functions, and market dynamics…
