Exploring the therapeutic potential of virtual reality and augmented reality in social skills training for individuals with autism spectrum disorder

Angeliki Sideraki *

Department of Secondary Education, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Greece.
 
Review Article
World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 2024, 23(03), 2995–3004
Article DOI: 10.30574/wjarr.2024.23.3.3002
 
Publication history: 
Received on 20 August 2024; revised on 25 September 2024; accepted on 28 September 2024
 
Abstract: 
This paper examines the emerging role of Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) technologies in providing immersive and personalized social skills training for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). By creating realistic and interactive environments, VR and AR offer novel approaches to address the social deficits characteristic of ASD, facilitating skill acquisition and generalization in a controlled and supportive setting. This study reviews recent advancements, challenges, and future directions in utilizing VR and AR as adjunctive tools in social skills interventions for individuals with ASD.
 
Keywords: 
Virtual Reality; Augmented Reality; Autism Spectrum Disorder; Social Skills Training; Therapeutic Interventions; Digital technologies; Immersive Environments
 
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