Journal of Theoretical Physics & Mathematics Research

Game Design to Diagnose and Improve Cognitive Disorders

Abstract

Arad Eskandari Veshareh

Today, cognitive impairment is a disease that is both latent and overt. Cognitive impairment directly targets the senses and learning. A patient with cognitive impairment has a fundamental problem with remembering concepts. Solutions and plans have been considered for the treatment and control of this disease, from behavior and speech therapy to drug treatments. One of the ways to treat and control this disease is the use of game therapy, which is strengthened by using  the patient›s memory and concentration in this game. In this article, the game is primarily designed with a map, in which a character is looking for treasure on an island, and the patient must find the treasure by using creativity and memory. Due to the limited time, this article is reported in a preliminary form, and in the second article, the analysis of the game with patients is presented. In this article, the gameplay and design methods as well as the sample character output are presented.

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