Play experiences for people with Alzheimer’s disease

摘要: Little is known about the experience of people with dementia while playing games. This might be a reason why hardly any games are specifically designed for this group. We aimed to determine which play experiences can expected suitable persons in different stages Alzheimer’s disease (AD). Twenty-two were related neuropathology that characteristic dementia: earliest, mild-to-moderate, and severe. literature overview based on euroimaging, neuropathological, clinical studies. found all older AD, egardless severity, sensation, relaxation, reminiscence likely suitable. The nurture, sympathy, fellowship, expression, humour, eroticism, subversion, challenge may appropriate only those earliest mild-to-moderate AD. exploration most not suitable, irrespective stage For remaining we did find sufficient evidence draw conclusions. conclude choice game design AD dependent stage. Current recommendations contribute tailor-made