Increasing motivation in eHealth through gamification

Frederiek de Vette; Monique Tabak; Miriam Vollenbroek-Hutten

Increasing motivation in eHealth through gamification

Frederiek de Vette^*, Monique Tabak, Miriam Vollenbroek-Hutten

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Abstract

ICT solutions can help to alleviate the increasing demand for elderly care by e.g. enabling medical professionals to remotely provide care, and activating a healthier lifestyle which extends autonomy and independence of elderly [1]. We present an overview providing insights in current motivational approaches, addressing underlying theory from psychology, behavioural science and game design. In order to create sustained engagement, we should aim to address the intrinsic motivation of users and satisfy their psychological needs [6]. However, psychological and motivational aspects cannot be generically applied to individuals, and classifications of the user and its preferences are needed. Preliminary results indicate a link between personality and the preference for certain game elements.

Original language	English
Title of host publication	5th Dutch Conference on Bio-Mechanical Engineering
Place of Publication	Egmond aan Zee, The Netherlands
Publisher	BME
Number of pages	2
Publication status	Published - 22 Jan 2015
Event	5th Dutch Bio-Medical Engineering Conference, BME 2015 - Hotel Zuiderduin, Egmond aan Zee, Netherlands Duration: 22 Jan 2015 → 23 Jan 2015 Conference number: 5

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Conference	5th Dutch Bio-Medical Engineering Conference, BME 2015
Abbreviated title	BME 2015
Country/Territory	Netherlands
City	Egmond aan Zee
Period	22/01/15 → 23/01/15

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