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Luciano Gamberini1, Stefano Cardullo, Bruno Seraglia

  • 1University of Padova, Department of General Psychology, Padova, Italy. luciano.gamberini@unipd.it

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Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Cognitive Psychology
  • Human-Computer Interaction

Background:

  • Videogames are increasingly recognized for their therapeutic potential in psychological treatments and cognitive enhancement.
  • The aging population presents unique challenges for maintaining cognitive function, necessitating innovative training approaches.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the efficacy of cognitive tasks administered via the Nintendo Wii console for elderly individuals.
  • To compare the effectiveness of videogame-based cognitive training with traditional paper-and-pencil methods.

Main Methods:

  • A pilot study was conducted with elderly participants in a residential care home.
  • Participants engaged in a series of cognitive tasks using the Nintendo Wii videogame console.
  • Performance was compared against traditional paper-and-pencil cognitive assessments.

Main Results:

  • Preliminary results indicate potential benefits of using the Nintendo Wii for cognitive training in older adults.
  • The study provides a comparative analysis between videogame-based and traditional cognitive assessment methods.
  • Data suggests that interactive videogame platforms may offer an engaging alternative for cognitive stimulation.

Conclusions:

  • Videogame-based cognitive training, exemplified by the Nintendo Wii, shows potential as a viable tool for the elderly population.
  • Further research is warranted to refine videogame interventions and confirm their long-term impact on cognitive function in older adults.
  • The findings can guide the development of future, more advanced cognitive training programs utilizing interactive technologies.