Results: The findings suggest that participants’ experiences in both VR and IME environments effectively contributed to reducing anxiety levels and fostering a tranquil atmosphere. Both experimental groups reported a significantly heightened sense of relaxation post-experiments. Although the disparity was not statistically significant, the IME group displayed a more pronounced reduction in stress levels compared to the VR group.
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See the full study here: https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/virtual-reality/articles/10.3389/frvir.2024.1412297/full