Short report: Evaluating the safety and usability of head-mounted virtual reality compared to monitor-displayed video for children with autism spectrum disorder.

Abstract

LAY ABSTRACT:

This study investigated the safety and usability of a virtual reality experience for children with autism spectrum disorder in a laboratory setting. In our study, the negative effects of head-mounted display-virtual reality were similar to monitor-displayed video watching. At the same time, the participants indicated that the head-mounted display-virtual reality experience provided improved realism and sense of presence. This study is a first step in understanding the impact of head-mounted display on children with autism spectrum disorder.

• Authors: Mahan Malihi, Jenny Nguyen, Robyn E Cardy, Salina Eldon, Catharine Petta, Azadeh Kushki
• Journal: Autism : the international journal of research and practice (Autism) Vol. 24 Issue 7 Pg. 1924-1929 (10 2020) ISSN: 1461-7005 [Electronic] England
• PMID: 32615771 (Publication Type: Journal Article, Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't)

Topics

• Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Child
• Humans
• Virtual Reality