MIT Reality Virtually Hackathon
Building environments that can bridge the virtual world with the physical real world by encouraging positive social interactions. The goal is to help young adults build healthier behaviors, learning habits, and have fun.
Virtual Reality • MIT Reality Virtually Hackathon
In Playground, users can try out activities that they may not be able to on a regular basis. Playground's goal is to connect users to those in the space who have the same interest and to the places in the real world that can help them learn these fun skills. It's easy to use and a great intro to VR for anyone new.
From our research, we found that 18% of the American population in that age range are dealing with depression and many are consulting medical professionals for medication. However, studies have shown that behavioral and activity-based changes can significantly improve levels of dopamine in the brain and are more sustainable methods of improving not only depression but also overall mental wellness.
User mindset 1: “I just want an escape from the pressure”
User mindset 2: “I want to pick up a skill but I’m not sure what I’ll like or where to start”
