Exergaming improves physical mental fitness in children with autism spectrum disorders

Wednesday, September 23, 2015 - 13:40 in Psychology & Sociology

Games used for exercising can improve physical and mental fitness in children with autism spectrum disorders, a new study concludes. As a way to combat a lack of physical activity, researchers investigated the use of the Makoto arena, a triangular shaped arena with pillars at each point, each with lights and sounds at various levels of the pillars. Those playing the game must hit the correct spots as they light up on different pillars.

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