Exergames as Coping Strategies for Anxiety Disorders During the COVID-19 Quarantine Period

Viana, Ricardo Borges; Lira, Claudio André Barbosa de

doi:10.1089/g4h.2020.0060

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“…Second, people can prepare daily schedules in which they ensure variety in the schedule, work, leisure, exercise, and learning. They may wish to start new activities, such as home-based "exergames" (active videogames), which may be important for maintaining physical fitness and establishing long-term adherence to exercise during the COVID-19 pandemic [50].…”

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Coping style, social support and psychological distress in the general Chinese population in the early stages of the COVID-19 epidemic

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BMC Psychiatry

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Background: The purpose of this study was to investigate the psychological status of the general population in mainland China during the outbreak of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), and to explore the factors influencing psychological distress, in order to provide the basis for further psychological intervention programs. Methods: We administered three questionnaires on-line to a convenience sample of the general population from different regions of mainland China from February 1 to February 4, 2020. We used the Mandarin versions of the sixitem Kessler psychological distress scale (K6), the Simplified Coping Style Questionnaire (SCSQ), and the Social Support Rating Scale (SSRS). We also collected demographic data and other information related to the COVID-19 outbreak. Multivariate binary logistic regression analysis was used to identify factors influencing psychological distress. Results: Of 1607 respondents, 1588 returned valid questionnaires and were included in the analysis. Nearly one quarter (22.8%) had high levels of psychological distress (K6 score ≥ 13). Individuals with higher psychological distress were more likely to be unmarried, spend more than 6 h per day searching for information about COVID-19, more frequently adopt a passive coping style, and report less social support than those with lower psychological distress. Conclusions: The COVID-19 outbreak in China has a great impact on the mental health status of the general population. Active coping strategies and increased social support are significantly correlated with decreased psychological distress, and may serve as the basis for psychological interventions.

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Coping style, social support and psychological distress in the general Chinese population in the early stages of the COVID-19 epidemic

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“…Frontiers in Psychology | www.frontiersin.org to be physically active through their interactions with action and motion sensors (Viana and de Lira, 2020;. Widely utilized exergames simulate swimming, rowing, cycling, running, and walking, using visual and auditory stimuli with equipment that includes remote controls with accelerometers, cameras, and heart rate monitors (Viana and de Lira, 2020;. Exergames increase both motivation and self-efficacy, thus encouraging physical activity (Stenström et al, 1997).…”

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Staying Physically Active During the Quarantine and Self-Isolation Period for Controlling and Mitigating the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Systematic Overview of the Literature

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The COVID-19 pandemic has created an unprecedented worldwide public health concern. Characterized by rapid and high frequency human-to-human transmission, the World Health Organization has recommended implementation of public health measures, including isolation of all suspected infectious individuals for a 14-day quarantine period, while governments have introduced "social distancing" and "lock-downs" of varying severity to curtail COVID-19 spread. Recent COVID-19 research further suggests there are major sleep problems and psychological disorders (e.g., stress, anxiety, depression) associated with the reduction of movement and activities, as well as the reduced social interaction. There have been no studies examining the effect of physical activity at home during such periods of isolation. However, based on previous research, potential tactics to overcome these negative effects include home-based exercise, exergaming, dancing to music, and participation in yoga. Adults should accumulate at least 150 min of moderate-intensity and at least 75 min of vigorous-intensity of activity divided in to 5-7 sessions per week. This training volume could be reduced by 30% for children and adolescents if replaced by recess or active play in and around the home. Additionally, exercises should be adapted to the fitness level of the participant and a progressive model of intensity and training volume should be utilized, preferably monitored by telephone applications and wearable sensors.

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“…First exergames, allowing physical exercise and dance, are important for both maintaining physical fitness and establishing long-term adherence to exercise during the quarantine. 50 Exergames can also easily be shared with peers and families in social isolation situations becoming a tool for establishing social bonds and collective intentions. Second, video games provide a powerful medium for understanding complex situations, such as the pandemic itself or the fake news associated with it.…”

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Positive Technology and COVID-19

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2020

Cyberpsychology, Behavior, and Social Networking

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The past 10 years have seen the development and maturation of several digital technologies that can have a critical role to enhancement of happiness and psychological well-being. In particular, the past decade has seen the emergence of a new paradigm: ''Positive Technology,'' the scientific and applied approach to the use of technology for improving the quality of our personal experience. In this article we discussed the potential of Positive Technology to augment and enhance the existing strategies for generating psychological well-being during the COVID-19 pandemic. In particular different positive technologies-m-Health and smartphone apps, stand-alone and social virtual reality, video games, exergames, and social technologies-have the potential of enhancing different critical features of our personal experience-affective quality, engagement/actualization, and connectedness-that are challenged by the pandemic and its social and economic effects. In conclusion, although the focus of tackling the direct impact of COVID-19 is important, positive technologies can be extremely useful to reduce the psychological burden of the pandemic and to help individuals in flourishing even during difficult and complex times.

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Exergames as Coping Strategies for Anxiety Disorders During the COVID-19 Quarantine Period

Cited by 109 publications

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Coping style, social support and psychological distress in the general Chinese population in the early stages of the COVID-19 epidemic

Coping style, social support and psychological distress in the general Chinese population in the early stages of the COVID-19 epidemic

Staying Physically Active During the Quarantine and Self-Isolation Period for Controlling and Mitigating the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Systematic Overview of the Literature

Positive Technology and COVID-19

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