I remember reading some stories on the BBC website saying that NASA scientists are using computer games and biofeedback to treat children that are hyperactive or have an attention deficit disorder (ADD). They're also considering using games to train fighter jet pilots to cope with the stress of combat.
I also read that a study funded by the Department for Education of the UK concluded that some games "developed children's strategic thinking and planning skills" and also made children work in teams "Now that's interesting when the stereotype is that children play on the computer exclusively on their own," said Professor McFarlane, director of the team. The list of games used included popular games like Age of Empires II, The Sims and F1 Championship racing, among others.
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I remember reading some stories on the BBC website saying that NASA scientists are using computer games and biofeedback to treat children that are hyperactive or have an attention deficit disorder (ADD). They're also considering using games to train fighter jet pilots to cope with the stress of combat.
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http://news.bbc.co.uk/hi/english/sci/tech/newsi
Also, researchers of the Irish Republic are working on a project of games that help people relax.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/hi/english/sci/tech/newsi
I also read that a study funded by the Department for Education of the UK concluded that some games "developed children's strategic thinking and planning skills" and also made children work in teams "Now that's interesting when the stereotype is that children play on the computer exclusively on their own," said Professor McFarlane, director of the team.
The list of games used included popular games like Age of Empires II, The Sims and F1 Championship racing, among others.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/hi/english/education/news