APS
APS Virtual Poster Showcase · 2020
Modern Problems Require Modern Solutions: Nature Exposure through Virtual Reality
- Amy Knepple Carney
University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh - Grace Hudson
University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh - Sedona Sieg
University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh
Abstract
Previous research has found that spending time in nature has positive effects on a person. What is not well understood are the effects of spending time in nature via virtual reality. The current study found that spending time in virtual nature increases connection to nature, awe, and empathy with nature.
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