Using biofeedback while immersed in a stressful videogame increases the effectiveness of stress management skills in soldiers.

This study assessed the efficacy of using visual and auditory biofeedback while immersed in a tridimensional videogame to practice a stress management skill (tactical breathing). All 41 participants were soldiers who had previously received basic stress management training and first aid training in...

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Main Authors: Stéphane Bouchard, François Bernier, Eric Boivin, Brian Morin, Geneviève Robillard
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Public Library of Science (PLoS) 2012-01-01
Series:PLoS ONE
Online Access:http://europepmc.org/articles/PMC3338628?pdf=render