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If you or a loved one have noticed changes in your memory or thinking as you’ve grown older, this could reflect typical changes that occur with ageing. In some cases though, it might suggest something more, such as the onset of dementia. The best thing to do if you have concerns is to make an appointment with your GP, who will probably run some tests. Assessment is important because if there is something more going on, early diagnosis can enable prompt access to the right interventions, supports and care. But current methods of dementia screening have limitations, and testing can be daunting f...
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A recent study published in the Journal of Vision reveals that humans are better at estimating the motion of objects moving downwards compared to upwards, regardless of the direction relative to gravity. This new research suggests that our perception of downward-moving objects is enhanced by the congruence of their motion with the direction toward our legs rather than the influence of gravity detected through our inner ear. “Previous studies have shown that the people can catch a descending object more accurately than an ascending object. When people heard this asymmetric performance for catch...
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People in palliative care are dealing with serious, non-curable illness. Every day can be filled with severe physical, psychological and emotional pain. Palliative care staff work hard to help make patients as comfortable as possible and provide strong emotional support. Meaningful activities can help but patients often aren’t well enough to do the things they really love, such as travel. We wondered whether virtual reality (VR) could help. To find out, we supported 16 palliative care patients in an acute ward to do three 20-minute VR sessions, and asked them how they felt before and after eac...
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In a recent study published in theJournal of Sex & Marital Therapy, researchers from the University of British Columbia explored how virtual reality (VR) erotica affects women’s anxiety levels. This first-of-its-kind study found that women experienced an increase in anxiety after viewing sexual films in VR compared to 2D films, especially when the VR films presented a first-person perspective. Previous studies have established the efficacy of VR-based treatments for anxiety disorders, yet little was known about how VR could be applied to address sexual difficulties. Given the pivotal role of a...
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In an innovative clinical trial, a blend of brain stimulation and virtual reality exposure therapy has shown promising results for U.S. military veterans grappling with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The study, detailed in a recent publication in JAMA Psychiatry, found a significant easing of PTSD symptoms among participants undergoing this novel treatment approach. PTSD is a condition that severely impacts individuals’ lives, characterized by symptoms such as intrusive thoughts, avoidance behaviors, heightened arousal, and mood disturbances. It’s notably prevalent and debilitating amo...
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An experiment involving undergraduate students in the Netherlands revealed that a single virtual reality (VR) role-playing session could potentially increase self-compassion and decrease self-criticism. The study targeted students known for their self-critical nature, asking them to extend compassion towards a virtual character that voiced their own self-critical thoughts. The paper was published in Behaviour Research and Therapy. Self-criticism is the tendency to evaluate oneself harshly, focusing on perceived failures and shortcomings. It involves holding oneself to high standards and being ...
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A recent study published in the journal Virtual Reality provides evidence that adding story elements to virtual reality (VR) exercise games can make physical activity more engaging, potentially offering a new avenue to encourage exercise among young adults. While the study found that these narrative elements didn’t increase the overall time spent playing, they did lead to a higher quality of physical activity, with participants moving more vigorously during gameplay. The motivation behind this innovative study stemmed from a pressing public health concern: the high prevalence of sedentary life...
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