EFFECTS OF AN IMMERSIVE VIRTUAL REALITY TAI CHI INTERVENTION ON THE MENTAL HEALTH OF OLDER ADULTS
2024
Virtual Reality Tai Chi for Older Adults' Mental Health
Sample size: 18
publication
Evidence: high
Author Information
Author(s): Kim Jaehyun, Lobos Marcos Ardon, Park Serim, Kim Richard, Seo Jinsil, Kim Junhyoung
Primary Institution: East Carolina University
Hypothesis
Can an immersive virtual reality Tai Chi intervention improve the mental health of older adults?
Conclusion
The immersive virtual reality Tai Chi program effectively reduces stress and depressive symptoms in older adults.
Supporting Evidence
- Significant reductions in depressive symptoms were observed after participation.
- Perceived stress levels were significantly decreased after participation.
- Participants reported high usability scores for the IVTC program.
Takeaway
Older adults can feel less sad and stressed by doing Tai Chi in virtual reality.
Methodology
Eighteen older adults participated in eight 15-minute IVTC sessions and completed surveys before and after the program.
Participant Demographics
Older adults from senior centers in North Carolina, United States.
Statistical Information
P-Value
<0.001
Statistical Significance
p<0.001
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