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Embodiment of Wearable Technology: Qualitative Longitudinal Study.

Elizabeth C Nelson¹, Anneke M Sools², Miriam M R Vollenbroek-Hutten^1,3

¹Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science, University of Twente, Enschede, Netherlands.

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Summary

Wearable technology can be embodied similarly to physical prostheses, showing comparable adjustment and psychological responses. This study explores the merging of technology and the body, highlighting potential dilemmas between device feedback and self-perception.

Keywords:

body extension cognitive prosthesis embodied self-discrepancy implantable devices implantable wearable longitudinal qualitative design phenomenology smart prosthesis technology addiction technology dependence wearability

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Area of Science:

Human-Computer Interaction
Wearable Technology
Prosthetics Research

Background:

Wearable technologies are increasingly integrated into daily life, eliciting deep connections and being termed 'cognitive prostheses'.
While physical prostheses have been extensively studied, the subjective experiences of embodying wearable technology remain underexplored.

Purpose of the Study:

To qualitatively investigate if and how wearable technology can be embodied similarly to physical prostheses.
To compare the phases of embodiment and psychological responses between wearables and limb prostheses.
To determine if wearable embodiment follows cyclical or asymptotic patterns.

Main Methods:

Adapted a limb prosthesis methodological framework for wearable technology.
Conducted semistructured interviews with 12 participants over 9 months wearing fitness trackers.
Employed a mixed deductive and inductive thematic analysis.

Main Results:

Participants exhibited embodiment of wearables comparable to limb prostheses, including adjustment, wearability, awareness, and body extension.
Identified themes of engagement/reengagement and device-to-person comparison.
Observed a phenomenon where counterintuitive device feedback blurred self-perception, creating a dilemma between trusting the device or self.

Conclusions:

Significant similarities exist between the embodiment of limb prostheses and wearables.
Insights from physical prosthesis research can inform wearable technology design and vice versa.
Future research should explore technology reliance, autonomy, and self-awareness in the context of conflicting device feedback and personal beliefs.