An Emotion-Adaptive VR Experience for Recreational Use in Eldercare

Raja, A.; Schneegass, C.; Niforatos, E.

doi:10.1145/3603555.3608525

An Emotion-Adaptive VR Experience for Recreational Use in Eldercare

Conference paper (2023)

Authors

A. Raja

C. Schneegass

E. Niforatos

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1145/3603555.3608525

Virtual reality Adaptive Elderly Stress and emotion sensing

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2023

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English

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Abstract

Virtual Reality (VR) technology provides the elderly, and people with dementia, the opportunity to reminisce by exploring places outside their (care) home, free from age-related (physical) restrictions. However, the elderly are particularly vulnerable to overstimulation. Irresponsible VR design can cause stress and anxiety, potentially even exacerbating cognitive decline, and diminishing well-being. We present an electromyography (EMG) driven stress- and emotion-adaptive VR environment for the elderly that provides an immersive but controlled experience targeted at preventing negative emotions. We report our results and insights from a pilot study with elderly participants (N=3). Our system detects and mitigates signs of stress and negative emotions while promoting pleasant recollections.

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