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  • Sociology
  • Human-Computer Interaction

Background:

  • Online grief support groups offer a vital resource for the bereaved.
  • Traditional online groups face criticism regarding the facilitator's ability to foster therapeutic support due to the absence of face-to-face interaction.
  • Technological advancements in 3-D virtual worlds present a potential solution to enhance user presence and improve the online support group experience.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore facilitator attitudes towards grief support groups.
  • To investigate the potential of 3-D virtual worlds, specifically Second Life, in enhancing the sense of presence and therapeutic support within online grief groups.
  • To understand how facilitators perceive the impact of virtual environments on group dynamics and participant engagement.

Main Methods:

  • A web-based survey was employed as the primary research instrument.
  • The survey targeted facilitators of online grief support groups.
  • Data collection focused on attitudes and perceptions regarding the use of 3-D virtual worlds for grief support.

Main Results:

  • Facilitators' attitudes towards using 3-D virtual worlds for grief support were explored.
  • The study examined perceptions of increased participant presence in virtual environments.
  • Findings shed light on the potential benefits and challenges of Second Life for delivering grief support.

Conclusions:

  • 3-D virtual worlds like Second Life show promise for improving the sense of presence in online grief support groups.
  • Facilitator attitudes are crucial in the adoption and effectiveness of these virtual environments.
  • Further research is warranted to fully understand the therapeutic potential of virtual reality in bereavement support.