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If We Build It, Will They Come? A Qualitative Study of Key Stakeholder Opinions on the Implementation of a Videogame Intervention for Risk Reduction in Adolescents.

TitleIf We Build It, Will They Come? A Qualitative Study of Key Stakeholder Opinions on the Implementation of a Videogame Intervention for Risk Reduction in Adolescents.
Publication TypeJournal Article
Year of Publication2016
AuthorsPendergrass, Tyra M., Kimberly Hieftje, Cindy A. Crusto, Erika Montanaro, and Lynn E. Fiellin
JournalGames for health journal
Date Published2016 Jun 23
ISSN2161-7856
AbstractSerious games are emerging as important tools that offer an innovative approach to teach adolescents behavioral skills to avoid risky situations. PlayForward: Elm City Stories, an interactive videogame targeting risk reduction, is currently undergoing evaluation. Collecting stakeholder data on its acceptability and real-life implementation strategies is critical for successful dissemination.
DOI10.1089/g4h.2015.0092
Alternate JournalGames Health J

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