Abstract The Proteus Effect is a phenomenon whereby a user of a virtual environment temporarily adopts attitudes and behaviours that are consistent with stereotypes associated …
Background: Avatars are representations of the self in a virtual environment. They have been used to influence behaviour and may represent a promising avenue for designing …
Abstract The Proteus Effect is a phenomenon whereby a user of a virtual environment temporarily adopts attitudes and behaviours that are consistent with stereotypes associated …
This dissertation builds upon previous studies showing how a person's behavior in virtual environments is altered by the characteristics of the digital avatar they control, an effect …