Jackie M Poos, Indy Zinzen, Max Kalisvaart, Linde Assendelft, Karla Marticic Giljevic, Marit Ruitenberg, Rafael Bidarra, Esther van den Berg
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Abstract
Psychometric properties of Tommy's Quest (TQ), a novel serious game to evaluate Theory of Mind (ToM) and the pen-and-paper Faux Pas Test (FPT) were assessed. Results from 67 cognitively unimpaired individuals indicated that TQ had adequate construct validity, internal consistency and test-retest reliability. Participants performed worse on TQ compared to the FPT, suggesting greater sensitivity to subtle deficits. These findings support serious games like TQ as a promising tool for ToM assessment, highlighting the need for clinical validation.
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The Journal of Neuropsychology publishes original contributions to scientific knowledge in neuropsychology including:
• clinical and research studies with neurological, psychiatric and psychological patient populations in all age groups
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