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Today’s deep dive brings us to a significant study titled “Validation of Key Components in Designing Social Skills Training Content Using Virtual Reality for High Functioning Autism Youth—A Fuzzy Delphi Method” by Ahmad Basri et al. This research leverages the Fuzzy Delphi method to reach a consensus on vital components necessary for developing effective VR-based social skills training for youth … Read More

This week, we dive into the multifaceted impact of Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) in critical care medicine, as detailed in “Virtual and Augmented Reality in Critical Care Medicine” by Bruno et al. The review offers valuable guidelines and insights from the vantage points of patients, families, healthcare providers, and researchers, outlining a comprehensive view of VR/AR’s role … Read More

In the field of cognitive health, the quest for precise and unbiased assessments is a big challenge, particularly as we grapple with the complexities of conditions like Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI). Traditional cognitive tests, while foundational, often fall short of capturing the nuanced spectrum of cognitive abilities, and their subjective nature can introduce biases, skewing outcomes and impeding accurate diagnosis.  … Read More

This Sunday, we delve into a compelling domain at the crossroads of virtual reality (VR) and therapeutic interventions for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Our focus is on the review by Liu et al., “The Use of Virtual Reality Technology in the Teaching of Safety Skills to Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder,” showcasing how VR can be effectively utilized to teach … Read More

VRforHealth.com encourages you to attend the 8th Annual Virtual Reality & Healthcare Global Symposium, organized by Bob Fine and team.

Today’s dive reviews “Cognitive Effort during Visuospatial Problem Solving in Physical Real World, on Computer Screen, and in Virtual Reality” by Raimundo da Silva Soares Jr. et al. This study stands at the intersection of cognitive science and neuroergonomics by examining how different settings influence cognitive workload during visuospatial tasks. 🔗 Dive deeper into the study here: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38339693/  🚀 Study … Read More

In this week’s dive, we’re exploring a study published in JMIR Medical Education by Megan Gray et al., showcasing a novel integration of generative AI—specifically ChatGPT—with the VANESSA Virtual Standardized Patient (VSP) system for prenatal counseling education. This approach employs a 2D screen-based interface, allowing healthcare professionals to engage in simulated conversations with virtual patients, enhancing the educational experience with … Read More

Today’s deep dive looks into “Applications of Artificial Intelligence in the Neuropsychological Assessment of Dementia” by Veneziani et al., a systematic review that emphasizes the synergy between Virtual Reality (VR) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) in neuropsychology for dementia diagnosis. 📄 Check it out on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38276235/ 📊 Key Insights: 🚀 Methodological Approach: 🧐 Critical Observations: 🌟 Ethical and Practical Considerations: … Read More

Today’s exploration delves into the study: “An Intervention Study Using a Virtual Reality-Based Exercise on Cognitive Functions in Older Adults with Mild Cognitive Impairment” by Baldimtsi et al.. This study examines the effectiveness of combining physical and cognitive exercises within a VR environment to enhance cognitive functions in older adults with MCI. 📄 Full article: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10789285/  📄 Study Details:  The … Read More