At the end of the day, motivation isn't like a switch you can flip on or off, it's something you build, piece by piece, out of fun, rewards, and whatever else clicks for that particular kid on that particular day. There's no single trick that works for everyone, and that's okay. By layering intrinsic motivation (making it enjoyable) with extrinsic motivation (giving it a payoff), ARWell and ARWell PRO give kids more than one reason to say yes to their exercises, even on the days when "nope" would be a lot easier.

Collaborative research project between Niantic, Rochester Institute of Technology, and Augment Therapy informs motivational design.

DNP Dissertation project defended at Yale University.

Research conducted with University Hosptials Rainbow Babies & Children’s.

Research conducted with University of Dayton.

Research conducted with Children’s Hospital Los Angeles.