Prescription play: A primer on innovative use of video games technology in healthcare

Abstract

As technology evolves it becomes increasingly accessible to the masses to own, develop for, and distribute global healthcare solutions with. In this paper the author presents a series of project case examples exemplifying current medical applications of new media and technology, with suggestions for potential areas of further research and development. The author encourages a multi-disciplinary approach for designing effective and engaging games to optimise delivery of medically useful content and therapeutic strategies.

Keywords:

• video games
• interactive technology
• multimedia
• education
• healthcare