Exploring the implications of the metaverse: opportunities and challenges for dance movement therapy

Patel, N. J. (2024) Exploring the implications of the metaverse: opportunities and challenges for dance movement therapy. Body, Movement and Dance in Psychotherapy. ISSN 1743-297 doi: 10.1080/17432979.2024.2306581

Abstract/Summary

This paper explores the integration of emerging technologies, specifically the metaverse and virtual reality (VR), into the field of dance movement therapy (DMT). The metaverse is conceptualised as a unified, immersive 3D virtual environment that transcends the limitations of the physical world. The author includes vignettes illustrating the practical application of VR in therapy and relaxation as used currently and speculates about the potential future applications of multi-sensory virtual environments. The paper reflects on the concept of embodiment in VR and its potential implications for DMT, discussing the convergence and divergence of principles. The paper concludes with a discussion on the ethical considerations, highlighting privacy, data security, informed consent, accessibility, inclusivity, psychological impact, therapeutic boundaries, cultural sensitivity, efficacy, evidence-based practice, and ethical development and deployment.

Item Type	Article
URI	https://reading-clone.eprints-hosting.org/id/eprint/115640
Identification Number/DOI	10.1080/17432979.2024.2306581
Refereed	Yes
Divisions	Life Sciences > School of Psychology and Clinical Language Sciences
Publisher	Taylor & Francis
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