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The Effect of a Mobile Game Developed for Children with Familial Mediterranean Fever on Disease Management and

Gamze Kaş Alay1, Birsen Mutlu2

  • 1Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Child Health and Diseases Nursing, Kastamonu University, Kastamonu, Türkiye.

Games for Health Journal
|February 17, 2026
PubMed
Abstract

Insights

A mobile game significantly improved self-efficacy, symptom management, and quality of life for children with familial Mediterranean fever (FMF). This technology-based approach showed lasting benefits compared to a training booklet.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Rheumatology
  • Health Technology
  • Chronic Disease Management

Background:

  • Familial Mediterranean fever (FMF) is a chronic autoinflammatory condition affecting children.
  • Effective self-management strategies are crucial for improving outcomes in pediatric chronic illnesses.
  • Traditional educational tools may have limitations in engaging young patients.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To compare the effectiveness of a mobile game (MG) versus a training booklet (TB) for educating children with FMF.
  • To assess the impact of these interventions on self-efficacy, symptom management, and health-related quality of life (HRQoL).

Main Methods:

  • A randomized controlled trial involving children diagnosed with FMF.
  • Intervention groups received training via MG or TB; a control group received no intervention.
  • Data collected using validated scales (PRCISE, JAIMAR) at pre-test and two post-test intervals.

Main Results:

  • The MG group demonstrated significant improvements in self-efficacy, HRQoL, and therapeutic compliance, alongside decreased pain and symptoms.
  • The TB group showed a transient increase in self-efficacy but no significant changes in HRQoL or symptom management.
  • The control group exhibited no significant changes across all measured parameters.

Conclusions:

  • Mobile games offer a superior and more sustained method for enhancing self-efficacy, symptom management, and HRQoL in children with FMF.
  • Interactive, technology-based educational interventions like mobile games are recommended for managing chronic pediatric diseases.
Keywords:
childdisease managementfamilial Mediterranean fevermobile gamequality of life

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