A qualitative study on virtual reality and psychosocial needs of residents living with dementia in long-term care
This study emphasizes the interactive components of VR content and the involvement of family members in VR sessions, leading to meaningful experiences that enhance the residents' comfort and attachment. Overall, VR shows promise as a tool for enhancing the psychosocial well-being of residents living with dementia in LTC, advocating for continued research and advancements in this field.
Authors
- Lillian Hung (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7916-2939)
- Jim Mann (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7048-7844)
- Karen Lok Yi Wong (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4079-9123)
- Adebusola Adekoya (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8131-8832)
- Mario Gregorio
- Joey Wong (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2181-6255)
- Kuang‐Yi Wen (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4133-1178)
- Christine Wallsworth
- Lily Wong
Institutions
- University of British Columbia (CA)
- University of Waterloo (CA)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Digital Health
- Published
- 2025-05-01
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1177/20552076251374160
- Citations
- 1
- Primary Topic
- Aging and Gerontology Research
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 3.60
Funders
- Canada Research Chairs
- Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute