Social Virtual Reality (VR) Involvement Affects Depression When Social Connectedness and Self-Esteem Are Low: A Moderated Mediation on Well-Being

Lee, Hyun–Woo; Kim, Sang-Hoon; Uhm, Jun-Phil

doi:10.3389/fpsyg.2021.753019

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“…Based on the findings, this research supports the effects of performance expectancy, effort expectancy, social influence, facilitating conditions and body esteem toward FET adoption. Previous studies on AR and VR applications have investigated the role of self-esteem (Javornik et al , 2021; Lee et al , 2021). However, less attention has been paid to the role of body esteem in FET (Wei et al , 2022).…”

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Using facial enhancement technology (FET) in online sales of branded color cosmetics

Wei,

Syahrivar,

Widyanto

2023

JSIT

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Purpose As one of the most cutting-edge technologies in the digital age, facial enhancement technology (FET) has greatly enhanced consumer online shopping experience and brought new e-commerce opportunities for cosmetics retailers. The purpose of this paper is to extend the unified theory of acceptance and use of technology (UTAUT) model in the context of FET. In addition to the concepts from the original model, the new FET-UTAUT model features (low) body esteem, social media addiction and FET adoption. Design/methodology/approach A purposive sampling of FET users in China via an online questionnaire yields 473 respondents. To analyze the data, this research uses the structural equation modeling method via statistical package for the social sciences and analysis of a moment structures software. A two-step approach, exploratory factor analysis and confirmatory factor analysis, was used to test the hypotheses and generate the findings. Findings Performance expectancy, effort expectancy, social influence, facilitating conditions and (low) body esteem have positive relationships with FET adoption. FET adoption has a positive relationship with online purchase intention of branded color cosmetics, and the empirical evidence for the moderating role of social media addiction in the relationship between FET adoption and online purchase intention is inconclusive. Originality/value This research extends the traditional UTAUT model by proposing a novel FET-UTAUT model that incorporates additional key concepts such as body esteem, FET adoption and social media addiction. Managerial implications of this research are provided for FET designers and branded color cosmetic retailers.

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Using facial enhancement technology (FET) in online sales of branded color cosmetics

Wei,

Syahrivar,

Widyanto

2023

JSIT

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“…42 Previous research has established how negative, violent, or abusive user experiences in the virtual world can incite similar psychological and physiological responses in an individual's real world. 43 Such incidents can have long-term detrimental psychological effects on the victim's mental state and increase the risk for mental illness such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, or insomnia. 44 Finally, though the technological potential for expanding mental health support to those who need it on July 31, 2022 by guest.…”

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“…The woman described the nature of that experience to be surreal and mentally traumatising 42. Previous research has established how negative, violent, or abusive user experiences in the virtual world can incite similar psychological and physiological responses in an individual's real world 43. Such incidents can have long-term detrimental psychological effects on the victim’s mental state and increase the risk for mental illness such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, or insomnia 44…”

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Future of mental health in the metaverse

2022

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The metaverse and non-fungible tokens (NFTs) were some of the hottest tech terms in 2021, according to a Google Trends search. Our review aims to describe the metaverse and NFTs in the context of their potential application in the treatment of mental health disorders. Advancements in technology have been changing human lives at an ever-increasing pace. Metaverse, also known as the three-dimensional (3D) internet, is the convergence of virtual reality (VR) and physical reality in a digital space. It could potentially change the internet as we know it, with NFTs as the key building blocks in the new expansive virtual ecosystem. This immersive 3D virtual world boasts the features of the real world with the added ability to change the surrounding environment according to individual needs and requirements. VR, augmented reality (AR) and mixed reality (MR) have been employed as tools in the treatment of various mental health disorders for the past decade. Studies have reported positive results on their effectiveness in the diagnosis and treatment of mental health disorders. VR/AR/MR have been hailed as a solution to the acute shortage of mental health professionals and the lack of access to mental healthcare. But, on the flip side, young adults tend to spend a significant amount of time playing 3D immersive games and using social media, which can lead to insecurity, anxiety, depression, and behavioural addiction. Additionally, endless scrolling through social media platforms negatively affects individuals' attention span as well as aggravating the symptoms of adolescents with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.We aimed to explore the ramifications of expanding applications of the metaverse on mental health. So far, no other review has explored the future of mental health in the context of the metaverse.

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“…Applying the practical implications of our findings to the real world, it will be necessary to develop communication messages and promotional content that members of Gen Z, who are vulnerable to stress and prefer to form like-minded communities, can easily access and handle. Specifically, a strategy that facilitates fan community activities in new communicational environments such as the metaverse and other virtual worlds can be effective to the younger generation ( Lee et al, 2021 ). Based on the self-expansion theory, virtual identities in stress-free environments could engage the younger generation seeking psychological revitalization and varieties.…”

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Sport Community Involvement and Life Satisfaction During COVID-19: A Moderated Mediation of Psychological Capital by Distress and Generation Z

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How can sport community involvement influence life satisfaction during a pandemic? Self-expansion theory posits that individuals seek to gain resources such as positive interpersonal relationships for growth and achievement. By considering psychological capital (PsyCap) as a dispositional resource intervening between sport community involvement and life satisfaction, we examined an empirical model to test the chain of effects. Based on the stress process model, distress and generational group (Generation Z vs. others) were tested as moderators. Participants (N = 233) responded to the scale item questionnaire for model assessment. Supporting the hypothesized relationships, the model was supported with a significant moderated-moderated mediation. The mediation effect of PsyCap was stronger when distress level was lower and such interaction effect was amplified for Generation Z (Gen Z). Whereas the global sport communities and Gen Z were found to be more particularly vulnerable to COVID-19, our findings suggest that there are psychological pathways for fans to maintain their resilience. It is foremost imperative to lower the stress level of sport fans for their community involvement to positively affect life satisfaction. Gen Z were more stressed during the pandemic but individuals who managed to cope with stress were able to leverage community involvement to boost positive psychological resources. Acknowledgment of these effects brings implications for better management strategies and provides avenues for new research.

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Social Virtual Reality (VR) Involvement Affects Depression When Social Connectedness and Self-Esteem Are Low: A Moderated Mediation on Well-Being

Cited by 19 publications

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Using facial enhancement technology (FET) in online sales of branded color cosmetics

Using facial enhancement technology (FET) in online sales of branded color cosmetics

Future of mental health in the metaverse

Sport Community Involvement and Life Satisfaction During COVID-19: A Moderated Mediation of Psychological Capital by Distress and Generation Z

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