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mHarp
Nature VR
Nature VR
Nature VR
Thursday 14th October 2021
Explore how VR technology and natural scenes can reduce stress and enhance mental well-being in this insightful mHarp episode.
17 minutes
Informative
Empowering
Hopeful
Engaging
Transformative
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Author:
mHarp
Overview:
Categories:
Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
Mindful Recovery
Mindfulness & Technology in Health
Healing Relationships
Navigating Intimate Relationships
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Get the buttons here!Virtual Nature: Transforming Mental Health with VR
Positive mood goes up, negative mood comes down.But the kaplan's suggest that natural scenes are actually very good for recovering attention due to certain properties which are inherent in natural scenes.
Imagine a world where you can escape to a tranquil forest or a serene beach without leaving your living room. In this episode of mHarp, Sarah Taylor chats with Chris Wiles, a PhD student diving deep into the benefits of VR technology for stress reduction. They discuss how virtual reality, combined with natural environments, can be a game-changer for mental health.
Chris shares his research on how humans are naturally wired to find solace in nature, and how VR can replicate these calming effects. They explore the science behind stress reduction theory, highlighting how natural scenes can restore our mental faculties. The conversation also touches on the practicalities of VR in healthcare settings, emphasizing its growing accessibility and affordability.
If you're intrigued by the intersection of technology and nature for well-being, this episode offers a fascinating glimpse into the future of mental health care.