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RTC: Hughes: Self-Esteem in Second Life: An inWorld Group Intervention for Women with Disabilities

Center:

MT-University of Montana Rural Institute, UCEDD

Fiscal Year:

2012

Contact Information:

Product Description:

We are developing and investigating the feasibility of a self-esteem enhancement intervention in Second Life for women with physical disabilities. We adapted the curriculum of a previously tested workshop intervention to include features unique to this environment. Results of the beta test were very positive. Everyone involved showed considerable enthusiasm for exploring the new world of SL. The group leaders were challenged to resolve technical problems on every occasion, but these diminished and were perceived as manageable as the intervention progressed. Beta testers gave positive ratings to the information presented, organization, and usefulness of the intervention and found it very enjoyable although fatigue and stress limited the participation of some. They appreciated the use of Internet technology as an accommodation to their disability, in place of requiring transportation and additional energy expenditure to attend face-toface meetings.

Keyword(s):

virtual worlds, second life, self-esteem, disabilities, intervention

Product/Publication Type(s):

Reports and monographs

Target Audience:

Professionals

Alternative Format:

Electronic (disc, CD, 508 compliant web posting)

To Obtain Copies (URL or Email):

http://MTDH.ruralinstitute.umt.edu

COVID-19 Related Data:

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