iGo: A Gamified Software Prototype to Assist Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder in Performing Activities of Daily Living

• Antonio Alves de Sousa Junior IFPB
• Lafayette Batista Melo IFPB

DOI: https://doi.org/10.5753/wics.2023.229837

Abstract

Activities of daily living refer to routine self-care tasks such as eating, personal hygiene, dressing, mobility, and other basic activities. For individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder, these activities can present challenges to autonomy and independence. This article presents how user-centered design was employed in the prototyping process of a mobile application that assists children with Autism Spectrum Disorder in performing daily living activities. Additionally, it discusses the user versions of the iGo application, including those for children with autism as well as for parents and therapists, and how Applied Behavior Analysis and gamification were utilized in the application's design.

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