Immersing in virtual reality (VR) nature scenes helped relieve symptoms that are often seen in people living with long-term pain, with those who felt more present experiencing the strongest effects. A ...

But what if you tried to flip things around by playing VR games on your monitor instead of translating flatscreen games to ...

I’m standing over a table, looking at a 3D architectural model of a room. Then I hit a button, and suddenly I’m inside the model itself. I can walk around, get a feel for the space, see how the ...

The field of virtual reality (VR) locomotion techniques has advanced rapidly, with researchers striving to create more natural, efficient and immersive navigational experiences. Early solutions such ...

Texas A&M University researchers have found that a brief virtual reality (VR) simulation of a near-death experience can ...

The phenomenon of vection, defined as the illusory perception of self-motion induced by sensory stimuli, occupies a pivotal position in the study of virtual environments. It is increasingly evident ...

Exposure to nature — even in a virtual setting — can enhance the emotional well-being and quality of life for older adults living with dementia. Published in the American Journal of Health Behavior, ...

Ms. D had been on steady medications for her symptoms of depression and anxiety for more than six years. While her depression symptoms were resolved, her anxiety was becoming more debilitating. She ...

POMPANO BEACH, Fla. - Older generations, often known for their reluctance to embrace the latest technology, are warming up to the virtual reality world. Several senior communities around the country ...