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What is the most likely reason the narrator in the first paragraph feels anxious in the shopping centre?
What is the most likely reason the narrator in the first paragraph feels anxious in the shopping centre?
- They had a previous negative experience at the shopping centre.
- The sensory input from the surroundings is overwhelming. (correct)
- They are running late for an appointment.
- They are worried about spending too much money.
According to the passage, what is a potential consequence of sensory overload for individuals with ASD?
According to the passage, what is a potential consequence of sensory overload for individuals with ASD?
- An increased desire to socialize and make new friends.
- Difficulty maintaining relationships and employment. (correct)
- An improved sense of direction and spatial awareness.
- A heightened ability to concentrate in noisy environments.
What is the primary goal of the VR experience developed by the National Autistic Society?
What is the primary goal of the VR experience developed by the National Autistic Society?
- To treat sensory processing issues related to autism.
- To diagnose autism spectrum disorder in individuals.
- To train individuals with autism to cope with sensory overload.
- To help people understand the sensory experiences of individuals with autism. (correct)
According to Chris Milk's TED Talk, what is a key potential benefit of Virtual Reality?
According to Chris Milk's TED Talk, what is a key potential benefit of Virtual Reality?
What did the experiment involving the 'chopping down trees' VR experience suggest?
What did the experiment involving the 'chopping down trees' VR experience suggest?
What is the main limitation of using VR to simulate experiences like being disabled or in a flood, as highlighted in the passage?
What is the main limitation of using VR to simulate experiences like being disabled or in a flood, as highlighted in the passage?
Which of the following is the most likely inference based on the passage?
Which of the following is the most likely inference based on the passage?
How does the passage characterize the variability of experiences for people with ASD?
How does the passage characterize the variability of experiences for people with ASD?
Which of the following best describes the author's attitude toward the use of VR as an empathy tool?
Which of the following best describes the author's attitude toward the use of VR as an empathy tool?
In the context of the passage, what does the phrase 'walk in someone else's shoes' mean?
In the context of the passage, what does the phrase 'walk in someone else's shoes' mean?
The phrase 'the stress might eat away at them inside' suggests that some individuals with autism:
The phrase 'the stress might eat away at them inside' suggests that some individuals with autism:
Which of the following is the most accurate paraphrase of the sentence: 'We can break off at any time and go back to our normal lives, whereas the people whose lives we’re experiencing don’t have that luxury.'?
Which of the following is the most accurate paraphrase of the sentence: 'We can break off at any time and go back to our normal lives, whereas the people whose lives we’re experiencing don’t have that luxury.'?
What is the implied relationship between 'fitting in' and 'keeping friends' for those with autism, according to the passage?
What is the implied relationship between 'fitting in' and 'keeping friends' for those with autism, according to the passage?
If a person with autism is described as 'bad-tempered', what underlying cause does the passage suggest might be responsible?
If a person with autism is described as 'bad-tempered', what underlying cause does the passage suggest might be responsible?
What is the author's primary purpose in including the initial description of being in a shopping centre?
What is the author's primary purpose in including the initial description of being in a shopping centre?
How does the passage suggest VR could combat the problem of people not understanding the pressures that lead a person with autism to act in a certain way?
How does the passage suggest VR could combat the problem of people not understanding the pressures that lead a person with autism to act in a certain way?
The author uses the phrase 'eat away at them inside' to describe
The author uses the phrase 'eat away at them inside' to describe
The phrase 'meltdown' in the passage suggests
The phrase 'meltdown' in the passage suggests
The 'chopping down trees' VR experiment's consequences suggest that:
The 'chopping down trees' VR experiment's consequences suggest that:
What is a crucial difference between VR simulations and real-life experiences that is outlined in the passage?
What is a crucial difference between VR simulations and real-life experiences that is outlined in the passage?
Flashcards
Hypersensitivity (in ASD)
Hypersensitivity (in ASD)
A condition where individuals may have heightened sensitivity to sensory stimuli like sights, sounds, smells, or tastes.
Meltdown (related to ASD)
Meltdown (related to ASD)
An overwhelming response to sensory overload, leading to a person becoming upset or angry.
Virtual Reality (VR)
Virtual Reality (VR)
A computer-generated simulation of an environment or experience presented in 3D.
VR for Empathy
VR for Empathy
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NAS VR Experience
NAS VR Experience
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Limitations of VR empathy
Limitations of VR empathy
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Study Notes
- The sounds of music, shopping bags, and coins create a noisy environment upon entering a shopping center.
- Overly bright lights and the smell of fried food exacerbate the sensory overload.
- The narrator feels overwhelmed and anxious, needing to escape the situation.
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Sensory Overload
- Hypersensitivity to sights, sounds, smells, and tastes is a key issue for individuals with autism.
- Common activities like shopping can become extremely stressful due to this sensory overload.
- Some individuals cope reasonably well, while others experience meltdowns.
Impact of Sensory Overload
- Sensory overload can make it difficult for individuals with autism to fit in and maintain friendships.
- It can also lead to problems at school or work due to perceived unreliability or bad temper.
Virtual Reality (VR) as a Tool for Understanding Autism
- VR is a computer-generated simulation that creates an almost real 3D experience.
- Chris Milk suggests VR can change people’s perceptions of each other and connect humans.
- The National Autistic Society developed a VR experience to simulate sensory overload.
- The VR experience has garnered six million views and positive feedback.
Broader Applications of VR
- VR's potential impact extends to understanding the world around us.
- Experiencing chopping down a tree in VR led to reduced paper napkin usage.
- VR has also been used to simulate disability and floods.
Limitations of VR
- Simulated experiences differ from actual experiences due to the voluntary nature of VR.
- Users can disconnect from the simulation, unlike individuals living with the actual experiences.
- While VR can replicate sights and sounds, it cannot fully convey the difficulties faced in real life.
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