Development of a game based on proven psychological theories for the diagnosis of symptoms of mental illness

Abstract

This document represents the Final Degree Work report of Anna Tonda Ramos in Video Game Design and Development. The main concept is a narrative video game based on the incorporation of psychological hypotheses with the aim of identifying possible symptoms of mental illness in order to intervene [1], especially at an early age. This video game is not intended to be a substitute for diagnoses made by mental health, but a tool that can help them or the player himself independently, encouraging him to receive professional support if necessary. The most treated disorders will be anxiety and depression, since when conducting research and search for references it has been concluded that other more complex disorders are usually accompanied by one of the two [4] [6] [8] [12]; in this way, we get its identification to be more accurate. The recommendation of professional help is in charge for referring specialists who can give a more personalized treatment and locate other disorders in case there are.