Dr Michael Norwood explored how virtually delivered nature experiences can decrease psychological distress for patients in hospital rehabilitation wards.

As part of this Hopkins Seed Grant project, he created 360 videos of local national parks (videos below) to test the feasibility and effects of the study. Early results trialing this with sub-acute acquired brain injury (ABI) patients in hospital settings, found this approach both desirable and well-received. Preliminary results also showed meaningful improvements in symptoms of psychological distress (publication of results in process with peer-reviewed journal and will be shared shortly).

Read more about the project here. 

Immersive virtual reality nature experience videos

View the 360 VR videos below - created to help reduce depression, stress and anxiety for people with ABI.