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An evaluation of a solution focused computer game in adolescent interventions.
David Coyle1, Gavin Doherty, John Sharry
1Trinity College, Dublin, Ireland. coyledt@tcd.ie
Clinical Child Psychology and Psychiatry
|June 12, 2009
Summary
Personal Investigator (PI) is a 3D game using Solution Focused Therapy to help adolescents engage with mental health care. Results show PI improves the client-therapist relationship, session structure, and engagement.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Clinical Psychology
- Human-Computer Interaction
Background:
- Adolescents often struggle with traditional face-to-face mental health services.
- Developing engaging and effective therapeutic interventions for adolescents is crucial.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the effectiveness of Personal Investigator (PI), a 3D computer game utilizing Solution Focused Therapy, in adolescent mental health interventions.
- To explore PI's impact on client-therapist relationships, session structure, and engagement.
Main Methods:
- A study involving 22 adolescent clients receiving mental health services.
- Utilized the 3D computer game Personal Investigator (PI) in conjunction with a therapist during sessions.
- Issues from the game served as a basis for therapeutic discussions.
Main Results:
- Positive benefits were observed in using PI with adolescent clients.
- PI demonstrated potential in fostering a stronger client-therapist alliance.
- The game aided in structuring therapy sessions and enhancing client engagement.
Conclusions:
- Personal Investigator (PI) shows promise as a tool to overcome barriers in adolescent mental health care.
- Further research and trials are warranted to confirm the efficacy of PI.
- The integration of game-based interventions can positively influence therapeutic outcomes for adolescents.
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