Including Non-Autistic Peers in Games Designed for Autistic Socialization

2024/08/26 by Yiqi Xiao, Xiao, Yiqi
Neuroscience · #68U35 #Autism Spectrum Disorder Research #Computers and Society (cs.CY) #FOS: Computer and information sciences #H.5.3 #K.3.1 #K.4.2

paper · pdf · doi:10.48550/arxiv.2408.13967

openalex publication_date 2024/08/26 · openalex created_date 2024/09/21 · openalex updated_date 2026/07/28

Abstract

Through a review of current game practices, the author highlights concerns regarding the safety of public social games and the singular medical approach to serious game design for autism. The paper identifies a disconnect between the needs of autistic children and the existing solutions. To fill this gap, a neurodiversity approach to serious game design is proposed. This approach aims to address the social needs of autistic children, enabling them to interact with their neurotypical peers directly, confidently, and safely.

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