A theoretical review of the Proteus effect: understanding the underlying processes
Humans' inherent fascination for stories can be observed throughout most of our
documented history. If, for a long time, narratives were told through paintings, songs, or …
documented history. If, for a long time, narratives were told through paintings, songs, or …
[HTML][HTML] An Avatar's worth in the metaverse workplace: Assessing predictors of avatar customization valuation
Virtual economies with 3D assets have been studied for decades, often in the context of
entertainment, but the concept of the metaverse as a workplace platform has only recently …
entertainment, but the concept of the metaverse as a workplace platform has only recently …
[HTML][HTML] Zoom Fatigue in Review: A meta-analytical examination of videoconferencing fatigue's antecedents
As videoconferencing increasingly integrates with modern life, becoming a regular part of
work, education, and socialization, the adverse outcomes of increased usage have become …
work, education, and socialization, the adverse outcomes of increased usage have become …
Examining the Proteus effect on misogynistic behavior induced by a sports mascot avatar in virtual reality
The Proteus effect is a phenomenon found in over 60 studies where people tend to conform
behaviorally to their avatars' identity characteristics, especially in virtual reality. This study …
behaviorally to their avatars' identity characteristics, especially in virtual reality. This study …
Haptics-mediated virtual embodiment: Impact of a wearable avatar-controlling system with kinesthetic gloves on embodiment in VR
Enhancing the experience of virtual reality (VR) through haptic feedback could benefit
applications from leisure to rehabilitation and training. Devices which provide more realistic …
applications from leisure to rehabilitation and training. Devices which provide more realistic …
Zoom Fatigue and Facial Dissatisfaction Relate to Virtual Meeting Engagement Differently in the US and South Korean Contexts
Virtual meetings, facilitated through videoconferencing or virtual reality, have become a
common form of workplace communication. Despite the advantages these meetings offer …
common form of workplace communication. Despite the advantages these meetings offer …
[HTML][HTML] Does the avatar embodiment moderate the Proteus effect?
L Dupraz, M Beaudoin, M Guerraz, J Barra - International Journal of Human …, 2024 - Elsevier
The Proteus effect refers to the tendency for individuals to conform to the stereotypes related
to the visual characteristics of the avatar used in a virtual environment. If the phenomenon …
to the visual characteristics of the avatar used in a virtual environment. If the phenomenon …
Preparing Users to Embody their Avatars in VR: Insights on the Effects of Priming, Mental Imagery, and Acting on Embodiment Experiences
Establishing a strong connection between users and their avatars in virtual reality poses an
enduring challenge. Despite technical advancements, some users resist their avatars, while …
enduring challenge. Despite technical advancements, some users resist their avatars, while …
The Hidden Psychological Costs of Virtual Work: Examining the Psychosocial Adverse Effects of Metaverse in the Workplace
S Grassini - Proceedings of the European Conference on Cognitive …, 2024 - dl.acm.org
The rapid evolution of virtual and augmented reality technologies has significantly impacted
workplace environments across various sectors. The interconnected and immersive …
workplace environments across various sectors. The interconnected and immersive …
Impact of Role Assignment through Complementary Design of Self and Other Avatars on Self-Image and Behavior Change
This study investigates the impact of both self-and other's avatars (virtual bodies) with
complementary traits on self-image and behavior change, drawing on role theory …
complementary traits on self-image and behavior change, drawing on role theory …