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The therapeutic applications of computerised games
International Journal of Bio-Medical Computing
|November 1, 1985
Summary
Microcomputers offer therapeutic potential but require specialized software. This study explores games software for therapy, recommending custom-designed programs with development guidelines.
Area of Science:
- Computer Science
- Healthcare Technology
- Therapeutic Software
Background:
- Microcomputers (computers) present significant opportunities for enhancing therapeutic environments.
- Effective utilization of these computers in therapy hinges on the availability of suitable software programs.
- Current commercially available software may not adequately meet the specific needs of therapeutic applications.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the suitability of existing games software for therapeutic use.
- To explore the underlying principles and potential of games software in a therapeutic context.
- To propose guidelines for the design and development of specialized therapeutic software.
Main Methods:
- Review of concepts related to games software design.
- Analysis of commercially available software for relevance to therapy.
- Formulation of recommendations and design guidelines for new software.
Main Results:
- Commercially available games software has limited applicability in therapeutic settings.
- There is a clear need for software specifically tailored to therapeutic objectives.
- Guidelines for developing effective therapeutic microcomputer software can be established.
Conclusions:
- Specially designed software is essential to realize the full therapeutic potential of microcomputers.
- Development of tailored programs should follow specific design and implementation guidelines.
- Future therapeutic interventions can benefit from purpose-built computer programs.