Helping Paws – Bruno, the virtual german shepherd is waiting to meet you in a Mixed Reality environment

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Studiengang / Lehrstuhl / Firma Juniorprofessur Gestaltung Immersive Medien; TU Dresden

Spend some time in the virtual world and have wholesome interactions with Bruno, our virtual German shepherd. Through intuitive hand gestures, you can call Bruno closer, pet him, and watch him run around, all in a safe and controlled setting. But he is more than just a virtual pet; he represents a new wave of exposure therapy. By interacting with him in a VR environment, individuals with cynophobia (fear of dogs) can gradually face their fears without the unpredictability of real-life encounters. This method offers a customizable and gentle approach to building confidence and reducing anxiety.