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Area of Science:

  • Medical simulation
  • Psychology
  • Human-computer interaction

Context:

  • Simulators are widely adopted for research, training, and medical applications like Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) therapy.
  • Controlled environments in simulators aid in workload assessment and procedure refinement.
  • Despite benefits, simulator sickness remains a significant concern.

Purpose:

  • To discuss the multifaceted problems associated with simulator sickness.
  • To examine the scope and prevalence of simulator sickness.
  • To review theories explaining the causes of simulator sickness and methods for its measurement.

Summary:

  • Simulator sickness can negatively affect the accuracy of measurements and the efficacy of training or therapeutic interventions.
  • It can also induce stress in individuals using simulators.
  • Understanding and mitigating simulator sickness is crucial for optimizing simulator applications.

Impact:

  • Provides a comprehensive overview of simulator sickness for researchers and practitioners.
  • Highlights the need for effective strategies to manage simulator sickness.
  • Contributes to the safe and effective use of simulation technology in various fields.