Pokemon Go may help people with psychological disorders, says doc


In this file pic a young man plays the augmented reality mobile game "Pokemon Go" by Nintendo at Puerta del Sol square in Madrid. - Reuters

KUALA LUMPUR: Pokemon Go, an augmented reality game that is gradually but inevitably taking over the virtual world by storm, may be of help to people suffering from psychological disorders, says a leading psychologist.

"It does confer a number of benefits for all sorts of psychological  conditions like anxiety and depression," said Dr Edward Chan, principal consultant psychologist at the International Psychology Centre, here.

Limited time offer:
Just RM5 per month.

Monthly Plan

RM13.90/month
RM5/month

Billed as RM5/month for the 1st 6 months then RM13.90 thereafters.

Annual Plan

RM12.33/month

Billed as RM148.00/year

1 month

Free Trial

For new subscribers only


Cancel anytime. No ads. Auto-renewal. Unlimited access to the web and app. Personalised features. Members rewards.
Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
   

Next In Nation

Pawnshops need help to stay afloat
Addendum order issue under Pardons Board purview, says PM
Pawnbrokers provide a lifeline
Take domestic abuse seriously
Many flights grounded, but it’s business as usual in Sarawak
A wake-up call for banks
Ornamental fish industry gets shot in the arm
MEF: FWAs can benefit both employers and workers
KL ranked 22nd for remote work
Fun and durians bring Chinese tourists back

Others Also Read