The Dark Side of Gamification in Wellness The trend of incorporating gamified elements into wellness programs has been touted as a way to boost motivation and engagement among participants.
However, a closer look at these initiatives reveals a more sinister side – one that threatens the principles of holistic health. Take the Superquiz, for example, featured in Michelle Stillman's recent article.
On its surface, it appears to be a harmless puzzle game. However, upon examination, we find that this type of gamification can have insidious effects on mental and emotional well being.