Virtual park visit boosts Seniors' brain power?
NCT ID NCT05803460
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether watching 360-degree nature videos in virtual reality could help older adults improve their attention, mood, and thinking skills. 120 people aged 65 and older were randomly assigned to either a real park, a virtual nature experience, or an urban setting for 20 minutes. Researchers measured attention, emotions, and physical signs like heart rate to compare the effects.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- virtual reality nature experience
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could offer a simple, accessible way to boost attention and mood in older adults without needing to go outdoors.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed study with only a single 20-minute session, so long-term benefits are unknown. Results may not apply to people with cognitive or health issues.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University
Taipei, Taiwan, Taiwan
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