Gaming Beyond Entertainment: How Video Games are Used for Therapy and Cognitive Training
Video games have long been seen as a source of entertainment, but they are now being recognized for their therapeutic benefits, particularly in mental health and cognitive rehabilitation. This shift has attracted attention from researchers, healthcare providers, and mental health professionals, who see the potential of gaming to treat various psychological and cognitive conditions. Therapeutic video games engage users by combining fun with strategies that can improve their mental health and cognitive abilities.