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Matthias Wagner

3 papers in the library · 28 citations · publishing 2024-2025

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Physiological and psychological health effects of a mobile VR-based mindfulness breathing meditation with integrated biofeedback: a replication study

Virtual Reality September 15, 2025 Alissa Wieczorek, Franziska Pintz, Matthias Wagner

Abstract Mindfulness, characterized by a non-judgmental present-moment awareness, has been empirically associated with numerous psychological and physiological health benefits. Advances in technology, particularly immersive virtual reality (VR) using head-mounted displays, provide interactive and engaging environments that enhance mindfulness practices. This study builds on a primary...

Ego-depletion and motor skill performance under pressure-experimental effects of a short term virtual-reality based mindfulness breathing meditation with integrated biofeedback.

Scientific Reports July 30, 2024 Matthias Wagner, Alissa Wieczorek 9 citations

Ego-depletion describes a state of mind, where the capacity for self-control is temporarily depleted after a primary self-control action. The aim of this study was to investigate whether a brief virtual reality-based mindfulness breathing meditation with integrated biofeedback can be considered an effective strategy to counteract the detrimental effects of ego depletion on motor skill...

Psychological and physiological health outcomes of virtual reality-based mindfulness interventions: A systematic review and evidence mapping of empirical studies.

Digital health 2024 Alissa Wieczorek, Florian Schrank, Karl-Heinz Renner et al. 19 citations

In the past two decades, mindfulness, rooted in Buddhist traditions, has gained considerable scientific interest. Virtual reality (VR) technology, in particular head-mounted displays, offers immersive experiences and is examined in this systematic review in terms of VR-based mindfulness interventions and their effects on psychological and physiological health outcomes. Using the Preferred...