Video games can not only entertain, but also to treat depression

Special games affect the hidden cognitive problems, and not just struggling with the symptoms. The group of experts tested the technique by inviting older people with depression. They offered to test the mobile gaming technology Project:  (retin A) EVO company Akili Interactive Labs or standard therapy, according to Xinhua.

It is known that people with depression, manifested already at an advanced age (60 years and older) are faced with the problem of focusing attention on personal objectives. The fact that they are much different distract anxious thoughts. In turn, the mobile application Project: EVO, created to improve the focus of attention at a basic neurological level, did not allow people to be distracted. vermox

Noteworthy: the majority of the volunteers had never used the tablets on which the application was launched. Despite this, the people left on their own to deal with the application and try out the game. It was necessary to play five times a week for 20 minutes. But many have played even more. The conclusion is clear: Project application: EVO more positive effect on cognitive performance, including attention, compared with behavioral therapy. At the same time improved the mood of the people.