Testing the applicability of a virtual reality simulation platform for stress training of first responders

Binsch, O.; Bottenheft, Charelle; Landman, Annemarie; Roijendijk, Linsey; Vermetten, Eric

doi:10.1080/08995605.2021.1897494

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“…The use of physiological data to measure arousal levels in IVR literature is rare; however, some representative examples that use heart rate-related metrics for measuring arousal include Muñoz et al (2019) where HRV metrics (along with EEG data) were used to detect calmness states among participants using an IVR target shooting simulator, Cebeci et al (2019) where eye tracking and heart rate were used to measure the impact of different virtual environments on factors like cybersickness and emotions among study participants, and Larmuseau et al (2020) where HRV along with EDA and skin temperature were used to measure cognitive load among students' learning statistics online. In the use of EDA data, some illustrative examples include understanding how soldiers respond to threatening stimuli during IVR training (Binsch et al 2021), detecting student stress levels during a physics course (non-VR) (Pijeira-Díaz et al 2018), and measuring EDA responses to insights made by participants in an IVR learning environment (Collins et al 2019). There are currently only a few examples in IVR literature on the exploration of physiological arousal levels and their connection to fine motor skill training in virtual reality.…”

Section: Arousal and Learningmentioning

confidence: 99%

Investigating the effectiveness of immersive VR skill training and its link to physiological arousal

2022

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This paper details the motivations, design, and analysis of a study using a fine motor skill training task in both VR and physical conditions. The objective of this between-subjects study was to (a) investigate the effectiveness of immersive virtual reality for training participants in the 'buzz-wire' fine motor skill task compared to physical training and (b) investigate the link between participants' arousal with their improvements in task performance. Physiological arousal levels in the form of electro-dermal activity (EDA) and ECG (Electrocardiogram) data were collected from 87 participants, randomly distributed across the two conditions. Results indicated that VR training is as good as, or even slightly better than, training in physical training in improving task performance. Moreover, the participants in the VR condition reported an increase in self-efficacy and immersion, while marginally significant differences were observed in the presence and the temporal demand (retrieved from NASA-TLX measurements). Participants in the VR condition showed on average less arousal than those in the physical condition. Though correlation analyses between performance metrics and arousal levels did not depict any statistically significant results, a closer examination of EDA values revealed that participants with lower arousal levels during training, across conditions, demonstrated better improvements in performance than those with higher arousal. These findings demonstrate the effectiveness of VR in training and the potential of using arousal and training performance data for designing adaptive VR training systems. This paper also discusses implications for researchers who consider using biosensors and VR for motor skill experiments.

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Section: Arousal and Learningmentioning

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Investigating the effectiveness of immersive VR skill training and its link to physiological arousal

2022

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“…In Figure 4 , we illustrate the changes in Arousal for men (a) and women (b). It appears that the general effect on Arousal is due to the novel situation—the immersion to the Virtual Reality environment, which causes stress in the first phases of the experience [ 53 ].…”

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“…In Figure 4, we illustrate the changes in Arousal for men (a) and women (b). It appears that the general effect on Arousal is due to the novel situation-the immersion to the Virtual Reality environment, which causes stress in the first phases of the experience [53]. The data presented in Table 1 suggest that the perception of the natural environment in 2D is accompanied by positive shift of the mood for men, who also demonstrated increased Arousal and Dominance in the 3D condition.…”

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Nature in the Heart and Mind of the Beholder: Psycho-Emotional and EEG Differences in Perception of Virtual Nature Due to Gender

Davidov

Bakaev

2023

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Natural environment experiences in virtual reality (VR) can be a feasible option for people unable to connect with real nature. Existing research mostly focuses on health and emotional advantages of the “virtual nature” therapy, but studies of its neuropsychological effects related to visual perception are rare. In our experiment, 20 subjects watched nature-related video content in VR headsets (3D condition) and on a computer screen (2D condition). In addition to the gender factor, we considered the individual Environmental Identity Index (EID) and collected the self-assessment of the emotional state per the components of Valence, Arousal, and Dominance in each experimental condition. Besides the psychometric data, we also registered brainwave activity (EEG) and analyzed it with the 7 frequency bands. For EID, which was considerably higher in women, we found significant positive correlation with Valence (i.e., beneficial effect of the natural stimuli on the psycho-emotional status). At the same time, the analysis of the EEG data suggests a considerable impact of the VR immersion itself, with higher relaxation alpha effect in 3D vs. 2D condition in men. The novel and most pronounced effect of the gender factor was found in the relation between the EID and the EEG powers in the high-frequency bands—that is, positive correlation of these variables in women (0.64 < Rs < 0.74) but negative correlation in men (−0.66 < Rs < −0.72). Our results imply individually different and gender-dependent effects of the natural stimulus in VR. Correspondingly, the video and VR content development should consider this and aim to provide a user characteristics-tailored experience.

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“…This may be overcome with prior experience and training to address elevated levels of stress and uncertainty. Some adaptive methods to enhance cognitive resilience have included mindfulness interventions and virtual reality technology (Binsch et al, 2021). Beyond the response actions learned in pilot training, located in checklists, or recalled from manuals, when these are not successful there can be a loss of what actions to take next.…”

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Cognitive Processing Disruptions Affecting Flight Deck Performance: Implications for Cognitive Resilience

Holley,

Miller

2023

Proceedings of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society Annual

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The flight deck of a commercial aircraft has become progressively digitized and operates in multiple modes with displays and indicators that require increasing levels of comprehension. Examining several aspects of cognitive processing is important to understand how threats to safety might occur and what actions might be taken to reduce severity or to eliminate the threat altogether. This paper presents the elements of cognition to consider, relevant characteristics of working memory and cognitive processing speed, types of disruptions and how they are addressed, results from overload or confusion, and the need for effective cognitive resilience to recover and repair the threat. Data from Aviation Safety Reporting System (ASRS) databases indicate 30% of cases could represent a distinct threat of cognitive overload. These are evaluated to identify sources and likelihood for surprise disruptions and to assess the potential of cognitive resilience. Adaptation of the CRM-TEM model is considered for potential application in training and investigations.

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Testing the applicability of a virtual reality simulation platform for stress training of first responders

Cited by 29 publications

References 43 publications

Investigating the effectiveness of immersive VR skill training and its link to physiological arousal

Investigating the effectiveness of immersive VR skill training and its link to physiological arousal

Nature in the Heart and Mind of the Beholder: Psycho-Emotional and EEG Differences in Perception of Virtual Nature Due to Gender

Cognitive Processing Disruptions Affecting Flight Deck Performance: Implications for Cognitive Resilience

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