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Silver gaming: ter leering ende vermaeck?

Year: 2015

Type: article

Abstract: This exploratory qualitative study provides insight into the role that exergames can play for seniors. Fifteen participants (aged 53-78) engaged in playing Your Shape Fitness Evolved 2 on the Xbox 360 Kinect. We conducted semi-structured interviews with each participant and we found that in all cases, their innate psychological needs of autonomy and competence (Self Determination Theory) were met. Playing the exergame not only served as a serious therapeutic instrument with positive effects on the subjective physical and social wellbeing, but it also brought entertainment, providing excitement and fun.

Source: Tijdschrift voor Gerontologie en Geriatrie

DOI: 10.1007/s12439-015-0129-1

Authors: Annemiek Zonneveld, Eugene F. Loos

Institutions: Utrecht University, University of Amsterdam

Language: Dutch

Topic: Technology Use by Older Adults

Subfield: Geriatrics and Gerontology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W1628105950

FWCI: 0.903

Cites: 25

Cited by: 8

Related to: 10