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2025
Chang, K. -Y.; Lee, C. -F.
Enhancing Virtual Restorative Environment with Generative AI: Personalized Immersive Stress-Relief Experiences Proceedings Article
In: V.G., Duffy (Ed.): Lect. Notes Comput. Sci., pp. 132–144, Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH, 2025, ISBN: 03029743 (ISSN); 978-303193501-5 (ISBN).
Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Artificial intelligence generated content, Artificial Intelligence Generated Content (AIGC), Electroencephalography, Electroencephalography (EEG), Generative AI, Immersive, Immersive environment, Mental health, Physical limitations, Restorative environment, Stress relief, Virtual reality exposure therapies, Virtual reality exposure therapy, Virtual Reality Exposure Therapy (VRET), Virtualization
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abstract = {In today’s fast-paced world, stress and mental health challenges are becoming more common. Restorative environments help people relax and recover emotionally, and Virtual Reality Exposure Therapy (VRET) offers a way to experience these benefits beyond physical limitations. However, most VRET applications rely on pre-designed content, limiting their adaptability to individual needs. This study explores how Generative AI can enhance VRET by creating personalized, immersive environments that better match users’ preferences and improve relaxation. To evaluate the impact of AI-generated restorative environments, we combined EEG measurements with user interviews. Thirty university students participated in the study, experiencing two different modes: static mode and walking mode. The EEG results showed an increase in Theta (θ) and High Beta (β) brain waves, suggesting a state of deep immersion accompanied by heightened cognitive engagement and mental effort. While participants found the experience enjoyable and engaging, the AI-generated environments tended to create excitement and focus rather than conventional relaxation. These findings suggest that for AI-generated environments in VRET to be more effective for stress relief, future designs should reduce cognitive load while maintaining immersion. This study provides insights into how AI can enhance relaxation experiences and introduces a new perspective on personalized digital stress-relief solutions. © The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG 2025.},
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In today’s fast-paced world, stress and mental health challenges are becoming more common. Restorative environments help people relax and recover emotionally, and Virtual Reality Exposure Therapy (VRET) offers a way to experience these benefits beyond physical limitations. However, most VRET applications rely on pre-designed content, limiting their adaptability to individual needs. This study explores how Generative AI can enhance VRET by creating personalized, immersive environments that better match users’ preferences and improve relaxation. To evaluate the impact of AI-generated restorative environments, we combined EEG measurements with user interviews. Thirty university students participated in the study, experiencing two different modes: static mode and walking mode. The EEG results showed an increase in Theta (θ) and High Beta (β) brain waves, suggesting a state of deep immersion accompanied by heightened cognitive engagement and mental effort. While participants found the experience enjoyable and engaging, the AI-generated environments tended to create excitement and focus rather than conventional relaxation. These findings suggest that for AI-generated environments in VRET to be more effective for stress relief, future designs should reduce cognitive load while maintaining immersion. This study provides insights into how AI can enhance relaxation experiences and introduces a new perspective on personalized digital stress-relief solutions. © The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG 2025.
2024
Shen, J.; Yin, M.; Wang, W.; Hua, M.
Dwells in museum: The restorative potential of augmented reality Journal Article
In: Telematics and Informatics Reports, vol. 14, 2024, ISSN: 27725030 (ISSN).
Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Attention restoration, Augmented Reality, Museums, Restorative environment, Stress reduction
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abstract = {Augmented Reality (AR) is increasingly recognized as a transformative tool for creating restorative environments within museums. It has the potential to provide psychological benefits for visitors, including attention restoration, stress reduction, and anxiety alleviation. This study explores how AR can foster these benefits within museum spaces. By adopting AR technology, museums can go beyond their traditional roles of knowledge dissemination. The immersive, adaptive, and interactive features of AR can enhance the museum experience, transforming it into an innovative therapeutic space. By combining real exhibits with virtual elements, AR can restore visitors’ psychological energy within museum settings. This integration of digital innovation into restorative contexts surpasses the traditional functions of visual service. Through empirical investigation of multiple dimensions of restorative environments, AR museum experiences offer comprehensive attention restoration. In this study, a survey was conducted with 279 participants to assess the impact of AR museum experiences on visitors’ psychology. The results revealed that such experiences contribute to heightened attention restoration levels, stress reduction, and anxiety relief. With the latest advancements in generative artificial intelligence, AR technology is empowered to integrate within museums. This integration will merge individuals with customized technology, expanding human perceptual experiences and highlighting AR's significant influence within the museum environment. © 2024},
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Augmented Reality (AR) is increasingly recognized as a transformative tool for creating restorative environments within museums. It has the potential to provide psychological benefits for visitors, including attention restoration, stress reduction, and anxiety alleviation. This study explores how AR can foster these benefits within museum spaces. By adopting AR technology, museums can go beyond their traditional roles of knowledge dissemination. The immersive, adaptive, and interactive features of AR can enhance the museum experience, transforming it into an innovative therapeutic space. By combining real exhibits with virtual elements, AR can restore visitors’ psychological energy within museum settings. This integration of digital innovation into restorative contexts surpasses the traditional functions of visual service. Through empirical investigation of multiple dimensions of restorative environments, AR museum experiences offer comprehensive attention restoration. In this study, a survey was conducted with 279 participants to assess the impact of AR museum experiences on visitors’ psychology. The results revealed that such experiences contribute to heightened attention restoration levels, stress reduction, and anxiety relief. With the latest advancements in generative artificial intelligence, AR technology is empowered to integrate within museums. This integration will merge individuals with customized technology, expanding human perceptual experiences and highlighting AR's significant influence within the museum environment. © 2024