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...want to find out what science fiction fans do, why is it so popular," O'Neal said...
...Neal already had hypothetical answers to some of his own questions, however. He was primarily shooting the group in search of proof...
...impression...that science fiction is an escape mechanism for them and it allows them to shed all their inhibitions," O'Neal said. "They are able to relax and enjoy themselves in a way that is not traditional...
...particular, O'Neal said he believes a place like Harvard is particularly conducive to aspects of science fiction appreciation such as "gaming," role-playing games that make "Dungeons & Dragons" look like "Shoots & Ladders." He described gaming as an escape mechanism students may use to relieve term-time stress, especially at academically-intense colleges like Harvard...
...From what I understand, a lot of people have pressure at a prestigious college like Harvard," O'Neal said...