Related Experiment Videos
Brief report: two case studies using virtual reality as a learning tool for autistic children
D Strickland1, L M Marcus, G B Mesibov
1North Carolina State University, USA.
Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders
|December 1, 1996
Summary
Children with autism accepted and used virtual reality (VR) helmets to interact with their environment. This initial study explores VR
Area of Science:
- Neuroscience
- Developmental Psychology
- Human-Computer Interaction
Background:
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) presents challenges in perceptual processing and environmental interaction.
- Virtual Reality (VR) offers immersive, controlled environments for research and intervention.
- Exploring novel technologies is crucial for understanding and supporting individuals with ASD.