The Effects of Game-Based Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy for Child Sexual Abuse Victims

EasyChair Preprint 5890

Abstract

Game-Based Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy is Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy that uses gameplay to help children overcome mental health disorders and or abuse. Child Sexual Abuse is commonly treated with this method, particularly for young children. Games are more engaging to children than speaking with a Psychologist, especially if they have lost the ability to trust anyone. The games are made to educate children about sexual abuse and teach them coping strategies for everyday life. Many children who have participated felt satisfied with this form of treatment.

Keyphrases: Child Sexual Abuse, Depression, Game-Based Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Psychology, anxiety, mental health

@booklet{EasyChair:5890,
  author    = {Laura McLean},
  title     = {The Effects of Game-Based Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy for Child Sexual Abuse Victims},
  howpublished = {EasyChair Preprint 5890},
  year      = {EasyChair, 2021}}