The US has just authorized a medical prescription videogame for treating attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children. Therapy that uses digital games to improve the lives of patients with chronic pain, depression, Alzheimer’s disease, autism, dyslexia, or mental health issues is growing at a remarkable pace, as it the demand for proof of the benefits it claims to deliver.
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This recommendation does not mean anything for a real doctor.
If your doctor prescribes you such a game, that means he is not a doctor.
I think you should go through my pri-print on the said topic, therapeutic video games are already being prescribed for treating various medical conditions like to improve the lives of patients with chronic pain, depression, Alzheimer’s disease, autism, dyslexia, or mental health issues Preprint Gaming as a Prescription: A Study on Therapeutic Video Games...
Again, even they are prescribed that does not mean that theyare good for all these very different medical problems(dyslexia is not medical one).I am sorry but I am really shocked. Of course, appropriate video games maybe used in some situations as in deafness or speecgh therapy. But they have a therapeutic effect not by themselves but only if the therapist uses them together with some other tools. However, anything can be demonstrated if there is an intention to do. Sorry
Therapeutic video games, often called "prescribed video games" or "digital therapeutics," are a growing field in medicine. They can't treat all conditions, but they can be a helpful tool for improving cognitive function and managing certain medical issues.
Therapeutic Applications
Video games are being researched and developed for various health conditions. They're not a replacement for traditional medicine, but they can be a supplemental treatment. For example, some games are designed to help with:
- Cognitive Rehabilitation : Games can help people recover from strokes, traumatic brain injuries, or other conditions that affect memory, attention, and problem-solving skills.
- Mental Health: Some games can teach mindfulness, manage anxiety, and improve emotional regulation. They provide a safe, interactive way for people to practice coping skills.
- Chronic Conditions : Games can motivate patients with chronic pain or physical disabilities to do their exercises. They make the therapy sessions more engaging and fun.
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) : The FDA has approved some video games to improve attention in children with ADHD. They're used in combination with other treatments.
How They Work
These games are different from typical entertainment games. They're created with a specific therapeutic goal. They use principles of neuroplasticity, the brain's ability to reorganize itself by forming new neural connections. By repeatedly doing tasks and solving problems in the game, players can strengthen these neural pathways.
The Future of Digital Therapeutics
The medical community is actively researching and creating more of these digital treatments. As technology gets better and we learn more about the brain, these games will become a more important part of healthcare. They offer a non-invasive and often enjoyable way to address a wide range of health challenges.
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