Exploring the Use of Virtual Reality in Alleviating Loneliness Among Older Adults

• By: Heidi Billittier, LMSW Compeer of Greater Buffalo
• January 17th, 2023
• loneliness, older adults, research study, virtual reality, Winter 2023 Issue
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Social isolation is a reality for many older adults, and in response, technology is proving a viable avenue worth serious exploration. Virtual reality (VR) may be a solution, as it can transport us to distant lands, expose individuals to novel experiences, and connect to others within a virtual...