Effects of the Use of a Therapeutic Videogame to Enhance the Treatment of Women with Perinatal Depression

Ruiz-Rodriguez M.J.P.; Cieza-Mostacero S.E. · TEM Journal (2024) · DOI: 10.18421/tem133-84

Resumen

The general objective of this research is to enhance the treatment of perinatal depression by utilizing a therapeutic video game in various hospitals and maternity centers located in Trujillo during the year 2023, the study conducted a pure experimental research design, utilizing a sample of 60 randomly chosen women split into two groups of 30 individuals in both the control and experimental groups. The experimental group was exposed to a video game for four weeks, while the evaluation used the EVEA and D2 tests. Notably, there was an increase in levels of attentiveness, concentration, and happiness. On the other hand, there was a decrease in levels of anxiety. Although there was a significant reduction in hostility, it was the indicator that showed the least improvement compared to the other indicators. The results suggest that the utilization of a therapeutic video game could prove to be advantageous in enhancing the treatment of women experiencing perinatal depression. Arcade video games have proven to be a promising approach to elevating happiness levels and reducing anxiety, indicating their potential efficacy in treating this condition.

Instituciones: Universidad César Vallejo