Effects of a Multisensory VR Experience on Stress and User Experience

Effects of a Multisensory VR Experience on Stress and User Experience: A Randomized Controlled Study

This study explicitly tests a multisensory virtual reality experience that combines visual, auditory, and olfactory channels to modulate the stress response in young adults. In addition to visual and auditory stimulation, the study also assesses whether a relaxing olfactory stimulus attenuates this effect. The environment and task remain constant (constant visuals); auditory and olfactory elements are varied. Objective. To evaluate the main effects of varying auditory and olfactory stimuli, as well as their interaction, on variables related to the performance of a quiz-type task in virtual reality.

Inclusion Criteria:

• must meet the required age.
• must have corrected vision/hearing.

Exclusion Criteria:

• uncontrolled asthma.
• uncontrolled odor-triggered migraines.
• pregnancy state.
• nasal congestion.
• severe predisposition to dizziness in virtual reality.