Using Games for Therapy & Rehabilitation

Discover how games are used in therapeutic settings. Learn about the role of gaming in mental health support and physical rehabilitation.

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Games can play a significant role in therapy and rehabilitation. This session explores how gaming is utilized by professionals to aid in mental health treatments, such as reducing anxiety and improving mood, as well as in physical therapy to enhance motor skills and coordination. We'll discuss examples and outcomes of gaming in therapeutic contexts.

Meet our Speakers

We've gathered some of the top experts in the field to discuss this topic. With years of experience between them, they're well-equipped to offer invaluable insights and perspectives.

Dr. Lester Clowes

Dr. Lester Clowes

Dare to Dad

Dr. Bobo Blankson

Dr. Bobo Blankson

Girls to Women/Young Men's Health and Wellness, Dare to Dad

Dr. Susan Rivers

Dr. Susan Rivers

Executive Director & Chief Scientist, iThrive Games at The History Co:Lab

Joseph Telesk

Joseph Telesk

Founder & Executive Director, Guardians Mental Health

Dr. Jean-Luc Williams

Dr. Jean-Luc Williams

VP | Program Director, Guardians Mental Health

Talks

Emotions in Play: How Games Build Empathy and Resilience in Teens

October 26, 2024, 02:30 PM
Susan Rivers Bobo Blankson

Guardians of Wellness: Mental Health Support in the Gaming World

October 26, 2024, 07:40 PM
Lester Clowes Jean-Luc Williams Joseph Telesk

Ender Gaming Club

Virtual gaming club for kids

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