Virtual hugs: AR headsets battle senior loneliness
NCT ID NCT06179225
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether using augmented reality (AR) headsets could help older adults feel less lonely. Sixteen older adults and their family members used AR to do activities together over 4 weeks. Researchers measured how easy and enjoyable the technology was to use, and whether it helped people feel more connected.
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Vanderbilt University
Nashville, Tennessee, 37212-2010, United States
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