Exploring the Acute Effects of Immersive Virtual Reality Biking on Self-Efficacy and Attention of Individuals in the Treatment of Substance Use Disorders: A Feasibility Study

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作者：

Touloudi, Evlalia ^{[1
]}

Hassandra, Mary ^{[1
]}

Stavrou, Vasileios T. ^{[2
]}

Panagiotounis, Fotis ^{[3
]}

Galanis, Evangelos ^{[1
]}

Goudas, Marios ^{[1
]}

Theodorakis, Yannis ^{[1
]}

机构：

[1] Univ Thessaly, Dept Phys Educ & Sport Sci, Trikala 42100, Greece

[2] Univ Thessaly, Fac Med, Resp Med Dept, Lab Cardiopulm Testing & Pulm Rehabil, Larisa 41110, Greece

[3] KETHEA, Dept Educ, Athens 11636, Greece

来源：

BRAIN SCIENCES | 2024年 / 14卷 / 07期

关键词：

virtual reality; exercise; substance use disorders; self-efficacy; attention; ABUSE; DEPENDENCE; EXERCISE; MEMORY;

D O I：

10.3390/brainsci14070724

中图分类号：

Q189 [神经科学];

学科分类号：

071006 ;

摘要：

Background: The role of exercise programs during substance use disorder (SUD) treatment is considered particularly supportive in fostering positive psychological and behavioral changes. The treatment of SUD is a challenging and demanding process. Therefore, it is crucial to discover innovative methods to enhance and facilitate it. Integrating exercise into a virtual environment is an innovative approach for drug rehabilitation, offering multiple benefits to individuals undergoing treatment. The aim of this feasibility study was to explore the acute effects of cycling exercise in an immersive virtual reality (VR) environment on attentional control and self-efficacy expectations of individuals undergoing SUD treatment. Methods: A total of 20 individuals (mean age of 37.75 years) enrolled in a SUD treatment program participated in the study. They were instructed to complete a single session of cycling with a self-selected duration within the VR system. Results: Following the cycling session, pre-post measures indicated a statistically significant improvement in self-efficacy expectations and attentional control measured with the Stroop test. The results revealed that participants expressed high levels of intention for future use, interest/enjoyment, and positive attitudes toward the VR exercise system. Qualitative data indicated that participants found the VR exercise system enjoyable, expressed a strong intention to use it, and did not encounter technical difficulties or negative emotions. Conclusions: In conclusion, it seems that engaging in a brief period of self-selected exercise within a virtual environment can result in temporary activation of cognitive changes, heightened self-efficacy expectations, and a motivating approach to increasing physical activity participation among individuals with SUD, thus suggesting the feasibility of this approach.

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