Technology and Psychology: The Application of VR Technology
Journal Title: Psychological Thought - Year 2021, Vol 14, Issue 2
Abstract
The development of technologies and their use in various fields of life and for different purposes have recently increased because of mandatory restrictive measures implemented by worldwide governments (to limit the spread of Covid-19). In this editorial are presented some notions about artificial reality and virtually created environments. It is discussed the opportunity to experience authentic emotions through virtual scenarios where people immerse themselves for teaching, training skills, or even when the real environment cannot be reproduced and only a simulated environment can help to enrich the experience and overcome some fears. It is shown that personal experience in a simulated reality, not only as an observer but also as a protagonist, stimulates and helps to acquire specific practical skills, and develop behavioral models leading to better learning and psychotherapeutic outcomes.
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Natasha Angelova
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- EP ID EP697494
- DOI https://doi.org/10.37708/psyct.v14i2.656
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