Journal article
A Pilot Study Evaluating “Dojo,” a Videogame Intervention for Youths with Externalizing and Anxiety Problems
Abstract
OBJECTIVE: Externalizing problems, which are the main reason for youth referrals to mental health agencies, are highly persistent and predict a range of negative outcomes. Youths with externalizing problems are also frequently comorbid with anxiety. Among the most widely recognized evidence-based treatments is cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). Although CBT principles seem to be sound, effect sizes remain moderate, suggesting improvements …
Authors
Schuurmans AAT; Nijhof KS; Vermaes IPR; Engels RCME; Granic I
Journal
Games for Health Journal, Vol. 4, No. 5, pp. 401–408
Publisher
Mary Ann Liebert
Publication Date
10 2015
DOI
10.1089/g4h.2014.0138
ISSN
2161-783X