These Avatars Aren’t Blue: How VR Simulations Help Behavioral Health Providers Help Others

• In Event: EDHP- Integration & Interprofessional Options (h)

Short Description

In this presentation, we share how we used the VR-based immersive technology, MURSION, to create two scenarios for graduate counseling students. These scenarios provided immersive practice on the critical skill of providing Psychological First Aid (PFA) to healthcare professionals suffering from COVID-related stress and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). This essential skill is complex due to the interpersonal aspect, making it ideal for a virtual learning environment.

Authors

• Presenter: Courtney N. Miller, Old Dominion University

• Presenter: Amber L. Pope, Old Dominion University

• Presenter: Rob Moore, University of Florida