Virtual reality exposure therapy (VRET) has been shown to be effective in treatment of
anxiety disorders. Yet, there is lack of research on the extent to which interaction between …

We report on an experiment that examined the influence of anthropomorphism and
perceived agency on presence, copresence, and social presence in a virtual environment …

A growing body of research is examining the way that virtual reality (VR) technology might
enrich the lives of older adults. However, no studies have yet examined how this technology …

This concise volume presents for the first time a coherent and detailed account of why we
experience feelings of being present in the physical world and in computer-mediated …

What happens when someone talks in public to an audience they know to be entirely
computer generated-to an audience of avatars? If the virtual audience seems attentive, well …

Experiential learning has been known to be an engaging and effective modality for personal
and professional development. The Metaverse provides ample opportunities for the creation …

Collaborative virtual environments (CVEs), wherein people can virtually interact with each
other via avatars, are becoming increasingly prominent. However, CVEs differ in type of …

Previous studies demonstrated the positive effects of smiling on interpersonal outcomes.
The present research examined if enhancing one's smile in a virtual environment could lead …

We argue that the use of collaborative virtual environments (CVE) which incorporate
emotionally expressive avatars has the potential to engender empathy amongst users of …

Emotional bonds don't arise from a simple exchange of facial displays, but often emerge
through the dynamic give and take of face-to-face interactions. This article explores the …