Occupational Therapy for People With Internet Gaming Disorder: A Concept Paper

Authors

• Samuel R. Bender, University of St. Augustine for Health SciencesFollow
• Steven Gerardi, University of St. Augustine for Health SciencesFollow

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Description

Internet Gaming Disorder (IGD) is associated with occupational imbalance and disrupted routines, contributing to challenges in occupational participation and performance. Due to there being a gap in occupational therapy-based research and guidance for people with IGD, this capstone project focused on the development of a concept paper informed by The Model of Human Occupation (MOHO) that frames problematic video gaming as an occupational issue. The concept paper organizes assessment strategies, identifies problems, outlines intervention ideas, and discusses potential next steps for assisting people with IGD within occupational therapy. This capstone project is intended to help current occupational therapists more effectively serve people with IGD in everyday practice.

Publication Date

Spring 4-2026

Publisher

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Keywords

Internet gaming disorder, Video games, Addiction, Occupational therapy, Model of human occupation, Mental health, Concept paper, Digital wellness

Medical Subject Headings

Occupational Therapy, Internet Addiction Disorder, Video Games, Mental Health,

Disciplines

Medicine and Health Sciences | Occupational Therapy | Public Health Education and Promotion | Substance Abuse and Addiction

Comments

Poster presented at the OTD Capstone Symposium held at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences April 23, 2026.

Recommended Citation

Bender, S. R., & Gerardi, S. (2026, April 1). Occupational Therapy for People With Internet Gaming Disorder: A Concept Paper. Poster presented at the Virtual OTD Capstone Symposium, University of St Augustine for Health Sciences. Retrieved from https://soar.usa.edu/otdcapstonesspring2026/51