Desarrollo de prototipo de producto de estimulación cognitiva y sensorial para adultos mayores

Abstract

Abstract: This study focuses on the development of a cognitive and sensory stimulation product prototype for the elderly, using the Design Thinking methodology. This methodology is user-centered to solve problems and create innovative solutions through a structured process of five phases: empathize, define, ideate, prototype, and evaluate (Cross, 2011). The developed prototype, called "Treasure Adventure," is a board game designed to stimulate cognitive functions such as memory, perception, attention, temporal and spatial orientation, and language; executive functions such as problem-solving, planning, and task control; and sensory functions such as touch, sight, and hearing. The prototype's validation was carried out through a pilot test, obtaining positive feedback that allowed for adjustments and optimization of its design. The results highlight the effectiveness of the game in stimulating cognitive, executive, and sensory functions, which potentially contributes to the well-being and quality of life of the elderly. The use of this type of cognitive stimulation tool is crucial to promote healthy aging, autonomy, and delay cognitive deterioration.