DocumentCode
1758424
Title
Computer Gaming and ADHD: Potential Positive Influences on Behavior [Opinion]
Author
Johnstone, Stewart
Author_Institution
Sch. of Psychol., Univ. of Wollongong, Wollongong, NSW, Australia
Volume
32
Issue
1
fYear
2013
fDate
Spring 2013
Firstpage
20
Lastpage
22
Abstract
Parents often express concerns about that technology, particularly video has on their children. Indeed, have been associated with problems social isolation and a drop-off in academic achievement, and games containing violence shown to increase aggressive thoughts and. Frequent interaction with video games been associated with subsequent problems functions such as attention and impulse-control However, it is important to note that technology and video games can also be used to improve behavior. During my 15 years of research examining the brain electrical activity and behavior of children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), there has been an increase in the use of technology and gaming in the treatment of this disorder.
Keywords
computer games; medical disorders; patient treatment; ADHD; attention deficit hyperactivity disorder; behavior; computer gaming; disorder treatment; positive influences; video games; Behavioral science; Games; Human factors; Psychology;
fLanguage
English
Journal_Title
Technology and Society Magazine, IEEE
Publisher
ieee
ISSN
0278-0097
Type
jour
DOI
10.1109/MTS.2013.2249355
Filename
6479437
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