Is adding tangible augmentation contributing to virtual sensory engagement of people with dementia? Assessment on user engagement, agitation, and apathy.
The conceptualisation and deployment of immersive sensory environments for therapeutic purposes have attracted a growing interest within the field of dementia care. In contrast to virtual immersions, tangible augmented virtual experiences offer a promising avenue to foster the self-engagement of peo...
| Published in: | Behaviour & Information Technology Vol. 45; no. 7; pp. 1356 - 1381 |
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| Format: | pictorial research tables/charts Journal Article |
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Taylor & Francis Ltd
May2026
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