Virtual Reality and Autism

Virtual reality is a form of technology which allows a user to interact with a computer-simulated environment.

Most virtual reality environments are visual experiences, displayed either on a computer screen or through special goggles, although some also include sound.

Virtual reality training is a type of simulation training in which the training is delivered via a virtual reality environment.

Related Glossaries

• Virtual Reality

Related Publications

• Cheng Y., Huang R. (2012) Using virtual reality environment to improve joint attention associated with pervasive developmental disorder. Research in Developmental Disabilities. 33(6), Read Abstract (New Window)
  
  
• Kandalaft M. R. et al. (2013) Virtual reality social cognition training for young adults with high-functioning autism. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders. 43(1), Read Abstract (New Window) Read Full (New Window)
  
  
• Lahiri U. et al. (2013) Design of a virtual reality based adaptive response technology for children with autism. IEEE Transactions on Neural Systems and Rehabilitation Engineering. 21(1), Read Abstract (New Window)
  
  
• Lahiri U. et al. (2015) A physiologically informed virtual reality based social communication system for individuals with autism. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders. 45(4), Read Abstract (New Window)
  
  
• Maskey M. et al. (2014) Reducing specific phobia/fear in young people with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) through a virtual reality environment intervention. PLoS ONE. 9(7), Read Abstract (New Window) Read Full (New Window)
  
  
• Smith M. J. et al. (2014) Virtual reality job interview training in adults with autism spectrum disorder. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders. 44(10), Read Abstract (New Window)
  
  
• Stichter J. P. et al. (2014) iSocial: Delivering the Social Competence Intervention for Adolescents (SCI-A) in a 3D virtual learning environment for youth with high functioning autism. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders. 44(2), Read Abstract (New Window)
  
  
• Strickland D. C., Coles C. D., Southern L. (2013) JobTIPS: A transition to employment program for individuals with autism spectrum disorders. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders. 43(10), Read Abstract (New Window)
  
  
• Wang M., Reid D. (2013) Using the virtual reality-cognitive rehabilitation approach to improve contextual processing in children with autism. Scientific World Journal. Read Abstract (New Window) Read Full (New Window)
  
  

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15 Jun 2018