Using Active Video Games for Physical Activity Promotion

July 1, 2012 | Journal Article

Adolescent Exergame Play for Weight Loss and Psychosocial Improvement

June 14, 2012 | Journal Article

This study examines the use of exergames, (i.e., video games that require gross motor skills), to combat growing adolescent obesity rates. It is the first study to demonstrate weight loss from exergame play. Recruited from an urban public high schoo ...

Interactive Games to Promote Behavior Change in Prevention and Treatment

April 27, 2011 | Journal Article

This commentary urges public health professionals to monitor developments in interactive technology (video games are now more popular than movies). Video games whose stories and objectives portray aspects of personal health might give rise to healthier thought patterns and behaviors.

Advancing the Field of Health Games

March 31, 2011 | Program Result Report

Progress and lessons learned from two programs that seek to advance the impact digital games can have on health.

Health Games Research

November 5, 2009 | Report

Round Two Grantees: Project Summaries