Ignite Creation Date:
2024-07-17 @ 11:00 AM
Last Modification Date:
2024-10-26 @ 3:33 PM
Study NCT ID:
NCT06480409
Status:
COMPLETED
Last Update Posted:
2024-06-28
First Post:
2024-06-24
Brief Title:
Virtual Reality in Student Mental Health Solution or White Elephant
Sponsor:
The Opole University of Technology
Organization:
The Opole University of Technology
Study Overview
Official Title:
Program for Improving Students Mental Health Using Virtual Reality - a Solution or a White Elephant
Status:
COMPLETED
Status Verified Date:
2024-06
Last Known Status:
None
Delayed Posting:
No
If Stopped, Why?:
Not Stopped
Has Expanded Access:
False
If Expanded Access, NCT#:
N/A
Has Expanded Access, NCT# Status:
N/A
Acronym:
None
Brief Summary:
The COVID-19 pandemic drastically altered social structures leading to prolonged isolation and remote learning for students causing significant mental health issues This project at Opole University of Technology aims to address these challenges through a virtual reality VR-based therapeutic program
Objectives
The project will utilize immersive VR technology to conduct relaxation sessions creating a dedicated relaxation room equipped with VR headsets and physiological sensors The goal is to assess the impact of VR-based therapy on students autonomic nervous system and psychological well-being
Key Hypotheses
VR relaxation sessions will induce physiological relaxation A 15-minute VR session will not cause cybersickness Weekly VR sessions will reduce stress levels among students
Methodology
Using Polar H-10 sensors the project will measure heart rate variability HRV to evaluate autonomic responses Psychological stress will be monitored using the Perceived Stress Scale PSS-10 A sample size of 50 participants calculated with GPower software will be studied using repeated measures ANOVA
Objectives
The project will utilize immersive VR technology to conduct relaxation sessions creating a dedicated relaxation room equipped with VR headsets and physiological sensors The goal is to assess the impact of VR-based therapy on students autonomic nervous system and psychological well-being
Key Hypotheses
VR relaxation sessions will induce physiological relaxation A 15-minute VR session will not cause cybersickness Weekly VR sessions will reduce stress levels among students
Methodology
Using Polar H-10 sensors the project will measure heart rate variability HRV to evaluate autonomic responses Psychological stress will be monitored using the Perceived Stress Scale PSS-10 A sample size of 50 participants calculated with GPower software will be studied using repeated measures ANOVA
Detailed Description:
Project Objective and Scope
The COVID-19 pandemic declared by the World Health Organization in March 2020 significantly altered social structures globally In Poland the pandemic led to prolonged periods of physical isolation and remote learning for students disrupting conventional educational routines and causing elevated levels of loneliness and mental health issues particularly depression Research indicates that 30 of students exhibited symptoms of depression and 50 experienced heightened stress during the pandemic This project aims to address these mental health challenges by implementing a virtual reality VR-based therapeutic program for students at Opole University of Technology
Project Description
The proposed project focuses on using immersive VR technology to conduct relaxation sessions for students The initiative will create a relaxation room equipped with VR headsets and physiological sensors to monitor students responses during VR sessions The primary goal is to evaluate the impact of VR-based relaxation therapy on the autonomic nervous system and psychological well-being of students
Specific Objectives
Implementing VR in Medical Practice
VR technology has proven effective in various medical fields including surgery rehabilitation and mental health This project will leverage immersive VR to create an engaging and effective therapeutic environment The therapy sessions will be conducted using portable VR headsets providing students with an immersive experience that isolates them from real-world stressors
Scientific Analysis
Physiological data will be collected using Polar H-10 sensors to assess heart rate variability HRV a measure of autonomic nervous system activity This data will help determine the effectiveness of different VR scenarios in inducing relaxation and improving mental well-being The project will also monitor psychological changes using the Perceived Stress Scale PSS-10
Methodology
A sample size of 50 participants has been calculated based on previous studies using GPower software The study will use repeated measures ANOVA to analyze the data ensuring robust statistical analysis The project also plans to promote participation through local media aiming to include students from various higher education institutions in the Opole region
The COVID-19 pandemic declared by the World Health Organization in March 2020 significantly altered social structures globally In Poland the pandemic led to prolonged periods of physical isolation and remote learning for students disrupting conventional educational routines and causing elevated levels of loneliness and mental health issues particularly depression Research indicates that 30 of students exhibited symptoms of depression and 50 experienced heightened stress during the pandemic This project aims to address these mental health challenges by implementing a virtual reality VR-based therapeutic program for students at Opole University of Technology
Project Description
The proposed project focuses on using immersive VR technology to conduct relaxation sessions for students The initiative will create a relaxation room equipped with VR headsets and physiological sensors to monitor students responses during VR sessions The primary goal is to evaluate the impact of VR-based relaxation therapy on the autonomic nervous system and psychological well-being of students
Specific Objectives
Implementing VR in Medical Practice
VR technology has proven effective in various medical fields including surgery rehabilitation and mental health This project will leverage immersive VR to create an engaging and effective therapeutic environment The therapy sessions will be conducted using portable VR headsets providing students with an immersive experience that isolates them from real-world stressors
Scientific Analysis
Physiological data will be collected using Polar H-10 sensors to assess heart rate variability HRV a measure of autonomic nervous system activity This data will help determine the effectiveness of different VR scenarios in inducing relaxation and improving mental well-being The project will also monitor psychological changes using the Perceived Stress Scale PSS-10
Methodology
A sample size of 50 participants has been calculated based on previous studies using GPower software The study will use repeated measures ANOVA to analyze the data ensuring robust statistical analysis The project also plans to promote participation through local media aiming to include students from various higher education institutions in the Opole region
Study Oversight
Has Oversight DMC:
None
Is a FDA Regulated Drug?:
False
Is a FDA Regulated Device?:
False
Is an Unapproved Device?:
None
Is a PPSD?:
None
Is a US Export?:
None
Is an FDA AA801 Violation?:
None