Immersive Virtual Reality provides the unique possibility of experiencing a variety of situations from a different perspective, in a safe and controlled environment. As such, it is a tool of great potential in the investigation of human behaviours and their underlying psychological mechanisms.
In this talk, I will introduce the key concepts of immersive virtual reality, and will provide a brief overview of its use in the field of social and clinical psychology.
Intimate partner violence is an ongoing problem and many factors affect the efficacy of its prevention, evaluation and rehabilitation.
Can Immersive Virtual Reality improve existing rehabilitation techniques? Can it allow a better assessment of behaviours and attitudes towards violence? Can it be used as a prevention tool?
I will present my ongoing doctoral research and future works, aimed at answering these questions