Abstract
This research study investigated whether playing a digital game, Wii Bowling, with others can enhance the social life of older adults. Our research used a mixed-methods approach. Results showed that players' levels of social connectedness increased and loneliness declined over an 8-week period. Qualitative results described participants' perceptions of their interactions with others, conversations with family and friends, social connections, and the team experience relating to playing in the multiweek, multilocation Wii Bowling tournament.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 81-103 |
Number of pages | 23 |
Journal | Games and Culture |
Volume | 11 |
Issue number | 1-2 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 1 Jan 2016 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Wii Bowling
- digital games
- loneliness
- older adults
- social connectedness