Ready player one: UK levels up opioid misuse prevention with innovative gaming
Ready player one: UK levels up opioid misuse prevention with innovative gaming
Ready player one: UK levels up opioid misuse prevention with innovative gaming
Rosa Mejia-Cruz
October, 29, 2024
Summary
Olufunmilola Abraham, Ph.D., is leading an innovative project to address opioid misuse among teens, funded by a $1.9 million grant from the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality. The project, which uses a video game called "MedSMA℞T Mobile," engages teens and their families in learning about opioid safety, particularly in emergency rooms where prescriptions are common. Developed in collaboration with Filament Games, the game aims to spark conversations on opioid use and reduce misuse. The project is being tested in emergency departments across Wisconsin and Northern Illinois and has the potential for nationwide expansion.
Reference
Abraham, O. (2024, October 29). Ready player one: UK levels up opioid misuse prevention with innovative gaming. University of Kentucky. https://uknow.uky.edu/research/ready-player-one-uk-levels-opioid-misuse-prevention-innovative-gaming