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: Received: 28 May 2023 / Approved: 31 May 2023 / Online: 31 May 2023 (07:32:34 CEST)
How to cite:
Dhiman, D.B. The Power of Immersive Media: Enhancing Empathy through Virtual Reality Experiences. Preprints2023, 2023052183. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202305.2183.v1
Dhiman, D.B. The Power of Immersive Media: Enhancing Empathy through Virtual Reality Experiences. Preprints 2023, 2023052183. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202305.2183.v1
Dhiman, D.B. The Power of Immersive Media: Enhancing Empathy through Virtual Reality Experiences. Preprints2023, 2023052183. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202305.2183.v1
APA Style
Dhiman, D.B. (2023). The Power of Immersive Media: Enhancing Empathy through Virtual Reality Experiences. Preprints. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202305.2183.v1
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Dhiman, D.B. 2023 "The Power of Immersive Media: Enhancing Empathy through Virtual Reality Experiences" Preprints. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202305.2183.v1
Abstract
This research paper explores the transformative potential of immersive media, specifically virtual reality (VR), in enhancing empathy among users. Empathy is vital in fostering understanding, compassion, and social cohesion. Immersive media, with its ability to transport individuals into simulated environments and perspectives, offers unique opportunities to bridge the empathy gap. This paper examines how VR can boost empathy, including perspective-taking, emotional connection, experiential learning, breaking down barriers, and empathy-building simulations. It discusses existing studies and empirical evidence supporting the effectiveness of VR in promoting empathy. The paper acknowledges the ethical considerations and challenges associated with using VR for empathy enhancement, such as avoiding stereotype reinforcement and ensuring inclusive design. By highlighting the potential of immersive media in cultivating empathy, this research paper contributes to the growing field of empathy research and provides insights for the development and application of VR experiences aimed at fostering empathy and understanding in diverse contexts.
Computer Science and Mathematics, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
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This is an open access article distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution License which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited.
