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Raquel González-Hervías1, Leticia López-Pedraza, Marina Gómez de Quero Córdoba
1About the Authors Raquel González-Hervías, PhD, is a professor, Red Cross School of the University Autonoma Madrid, Spain. Leticia López-Pedraza, is a professor, University Complutense Madrid, Spain. Marina Gómez de Quero Córdoba, PhD, RN, is professor of nursing, Universitat Rovira i Virgili, Tarragona, Spain. Rosa Raventós-Torner, PhD, RN, and Roser Cuesta-Martínez, PhD, RN, are professors, Universitat Rovira i Virgili, Tarragona. Leyre Rodriguez-Leal, PhD, RN, is professor of nursing, University Complutense Madrid.
Abstract:
The Lego Serious Play® methodology uses LEGO bricks to foster creativity, participation, and meaningful learning. We explored its impact on emotional regulation and motivation in mental health education nursing students. A qualitative study was conducted through reflective writing after group activities (8 to 10 students) involving constructions representing mental health issues, complemented by a Metaplan (participatory, visual methodology using cards to organize and discuss ideas), with symptoms, treatment, and nursing care. Students presented their models, Metaplan, and a podcast on mental health care. Findings revealed perceived advantages and disadvantages of gamification, highlighting its positive influence on motivation and emotional regulation.
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