Harnessing Virtual Reality: Improving Social Skills in Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) involves challenges in social communication and daily functioning. Emerging research highlights that virtual reality (VR) interventions can significantly improve social skills in adults with ASD by providing immersive, controlled practice environments. This systematic...

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Published in:Journal of clinical medicine 2024-10, Vol.13 (21), p.6435
Main Authors: Calderone, Andrea, Militi, Angela, Latella, Desirèe, De Luca, Rosaria, Corallo, Francesco, De Pasquale, Paolo, Quartarone, Angelo, Maggio, Maria Grazia, Calabrò, Rocco Salvatore
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Adults
Anxiety
Autism
Behavior
Bias
Eye contact
Feedback
Health aspects
Patients
Psychological aspects
Rehabilitation
Skill development
Social aspects
Social interaction
Social skills
Systematic Review
Verbal communication
Virtual reality
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Summary:Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) involves challenges in social communication and daily functioning. Emerging research highlights that virtual reality (VR) interventions can significantly improve social skills in adults with ASD by providing immersive, controlled practice environments. This systematic review will assess the effectiveness of VR-based interventions for improving social skills in adults with ASD. Studies were identified from an online search of PubMed, Web of Science, Cochrane Library, and Embase databases without any search time range. This review was registered on Open OSF ( ) P4SM5. Recent studies show that VR interventions significantly enhance job interview skills, social abilities, and practical tasks in adults with ASD, with improvements in confidence, social understanding, and everyday skills. VR has been shown to be user-friendly and effective in providing immersive, adaptable training experiences. The review highlights VR's promising role in improving social skills, job interview abilities, and daily functioning in adults with ASD. It emphasizes the need for broader studies, standardized interventions, and exploration of VR's integration with other therapies to enhance long-term effectiveness and address comorbidities like anxiety and depression.
ISSN:2077-0383
2077-0383
DOI:10.3390/jcm13216435