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Creating Biofeedback-Based Virtual Reality Applications to Enhance Coherence of Mindfulness Practice

Bruggeman, Kevin James
http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1555431653444354

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2019, Master of Fine Arts, Ohio State University, Design.
This MFA thesis paper is an in-depth analysis of the creation of The Hiatus System, a biofeedback-based virtual reality (VR) stress reduction application using mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR). This paper introduces key terms and concepts such as MBSR, biofeedback/neurofeedback, and VR simulation training that informed the design decisions made during the creation of this application. The paper also describes three iterative design projects that led to the creation of The Hiatus System. A breakdown of the design process for the creation of The Hiatus System is described in detail, technically and conceptually. This VR application was developed for use in healthcare as a system that can teach patients the concept of mindfulness using mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) training, through a biofeedback-based interactive learning module. While the framework for a pilot study testing the effectiveness of The Hiatus System is described in this paper, the results of this study will be evaluated in a follow-up publication to this MFA thesis paper.
Susan Melsop (Advisor)
Matthew Lewis (Committee Member)
Maria Palazzi (Committee Member)
96 p.
Design
Virtual Reality; Mindfulness; Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction; Biofeedback

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  • Bruggeman, K. J. (2019). Creating Biofeedback-Based Virtual Reality Applications to Enhance Coherence of Mindfulness Practice [Master's thesis, Ohio State University]. OhioLINK Electronic Theses and Dissertations Center. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1555431653444354

    APA Style (7th edition)

  • Bruggeman, Kevin. Creating Biofeedback-Based Virtual Reality Applications to Enhance Coherence of Mindfulness Practice. 2019. Ohio State University, Master's thesis. OhioLINK Electronic Theses and Dissertations Center, http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1555431653444354.

    MLA Style (8th edition)

  • Bruggeman, Kevin. "Creating Biofeedback-Based Virtual Reality Applications to Enhance Coherence of Mindfulness Practice." Master's thesis, Ohio State University, 2019. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1555431653444354

    Chicago Manual of Style (17th edition)

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