Implementation of Computer Game Technologies in Rehabilitation of Children with Autism

V. Kozyavkin International clinic of rehabilitation, Truskavets
Т. Voloshyn International clinic of rehabilitation, Truskavets
О. Kachmar International clinic of rehabilitation, Truskavets

Abstract

Up to 85 % of children with autism spectrum disorders suffer motor discoordination and dyspraxia. The formation of the correct movements, improved concentration and social interaction are important tasks of rehabilitation of children with autism. The effectiveness of rehabilitation depends on the plasticity of the nervous system, which is stimulated by repetition of specific movements, the intensity of training and positive motivation. The imperfection of mechanical equipment is the monotony and lack of motivation for regular and sustained training. In the International clinic of rehabilitation (ICR) and the rehabilitation center «Elita» useful but boring training was combined with exciting computer games. For patients with impairments in psychomotor sphere more than 20 specialized computer games were developed. It is important to form the effective feedback and the possibility of continuous employment – creation of an Internet system home trainings. Information on the game sessions, their duration and the results are available on the web page. Instructor provides control adjusts the program and make recommendations.

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