Pause VR
Pause VR is a virtual reality meditation application designed to help users manage stress and anxiety through immersive, guided experiences. Developed as a proof of concept for the healthcare industry, this wellness application uses calming virtual environments and biofeedback integration to promote mental wellbeing and reduce dependency on medication.
Immersive Wellness
Pause VR creates therapeutic virtual environments that transport users to calming natural settings like forests, beaches, and mountains. The application combines guided meditation techniques with immersive 3D audio that responds to user position and gaze, creating a deeply engaging wellness experience. Users can select from various nature-based settings with adjustable session durations from 5-30 minutes, allowing for personalized meditation practices that build resilience to stress over time.
Technical Innovation
Built using Unity for Oculus headsets, Pause VR features custom shaders for realistic natural environments and specialized 3D audio systems. The application incorporates biofeedback sensors to monitor user stress levels and breathing patterns, providing real-time adjustments to the meditation experience. Interactive elements respond subtly to breathing patterns and gaze, while the system tracks focus and relaxation metrics to provide post-session summaries that help users understand their progress.
Healthcare Impact
As a proof of concept for healthcare applications, Pause VR demonstrates VR's potential to provide accessible mental health support and reduce medication dependency. The application offers an alternative approach to stress management that can be used independently or as part of broader therapeutic programs. Early testing showed promising results in stress reduction and user engagement, highlighting VR's capacity to create meaningful wellness experiences that address real healthcare challenges through immersive technology.
