Ergonomics is defined as the ability to "constantly make slight invisible adjustments to an activity to adapt to the needs of those taking part and ensure that it continues to work for its purpose" (Caulton and Dickson, 2007). In considering the core components of the fit between an individual’s abilities, task demands, and environmental requirements we come to understand what needs to be considered ergonomically in a game of memory.
A game of memory can be played with any individual able to memorise, and recall the placement of the cards. A level of patience and understanding of turn taking is valuable in this game. Having time to play a game is required, as attention needs to be held within the game to see moves and memorise cards. Space to spread out the cards is an environmental consideration, along with lighting to see.
In terms of what a game of memory might mean as an Occupational Therapy student, this game could help with:
- Cognition e.g memory
- Motor skills e.g picking up cards, turning cards over
- Provide an activity that requires concentration and attention
- An activity that is not time consuming
- Fun
- Social skills
- Patience
- Strategic and challenging
- Sensory - perceptual skills e.g awareness of body position and space
What would help/or hinder playing a game of memory?
Because a game of memory can be enjoyed alone, this would help to be able to play a game at any time; although it can make a game of memory more challenging and competitive if you do have someone to play the game with.
Due to a fair amount of concentration being required to memorise where each card is, this can be a hindrance to participating in the game mindfully as you can be easily distracted and look away, therefore miss what cards the other participant/s picked up.
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