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Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Human-Computer Interaction
  • Digital Health

Background:

  • Virtual Reality (VR) offers novel engagement avenues for institutionalized elderly populations.
  • Enhancing quality of life and mental well-being in seniors is a growing research focus.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review scientific literature on VR for entertainment among institutionalized elderly individuals.
  • To identify factors influencing the virtual experience and potential adverse effects.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic review following PRISMA guidelines.
  • Searched PubMed and PsycInfo databases for relevant studies.
  • Included 10 studies using Head Mounted Displays (HMDs) with participants over 60.

Main Results:

  • Content choice, especially reminiscence-prompting material, was key.
  • Hedonic aspects of activities and hardware ergonomics influenced user experience.
  • Identified limitations included potential adverse effects.

Conclusions:

  • VR entertainment for seniors requires careful planning and administration.
  • Optimizing content and hardware is crucial for positive user engagement.
  • Awareness of and mitigation strategies for adverse effects are necessary.