Factors influencing the adoption of virtual reality (VR) technology among parents of individuals with ASD

Abstract

ABSTRACT The purpose of this study was to identify factors that affect the adoption of a virtual reality (VR) technology among parents of adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The study sought to learn what might increase adoption of VR technology among other parents of individuals with ASD. The study employed interviews, focus groups, and observation to collect data. The findings of the study identified factors that positively/negatively affected the parents’ decision to adopt VR technology with their children. To increase the adoption of VR by other parents of individuals with ASD, parents suggested that understanding of VR learning applications needs to increase, more teachers should be trained to use VR and there should be greater exposure to VR in schools and at home. The findings of this study may help eliminate concerns about using VR technology as a therapy for ASD individuals and encourage more parents, teachers, and other stakeholders to adopt it.