Hubska Diana
Interaction Design MA
supervisor
Csernátony Fanni
masterwork consultant
Nagy Ágoston
masterwork opponent
Tölgyesi Borbála
thesis consultant
Babarczy Eszter
thesis opponent
Lázár Gyopárka
masterwork
MindCare
Given the increasing prevalence of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) due to the ongoing war in Ukraine, our Masterwork addresses the pressing need for effective intervention. Living with PTSD presents numerous challenges, including distressing symptoms like flashbacks, nightmares, anxiety, and mood swings, significantly impacting individuals' daily lives. Our project aims to provide a comprehensive solution tailored to both psychologists and their patients. By implementing innovative technology like augmented reality, artificial intelligence and therapeutic approaches such as Eye Movement Decentralization and Reprocessing (EMDR), we aim to empower psychologists with tools to enhance PTSD treatment outcomes while simultaneously supporting patients in their healing journey. Through collaboration, our goal is to alleviate the burden of PTSD and promote resilience among affected individuals. By leveraging these advancements, we seek to optimize therapy sessions, facilitate personalized interventions, and improve long-term recovery outcomes for individuals grappling with PTSD. Through research and interdisciplinary collaboration, our project represents a significant step forward in the field of mental health care, offering hope and support to those affected by PTSD.
thesis
Comparing strategies to deal with frequent stress in everyday situations
The thesis "Comparing Strategies to Deal with Frequent Stress in Everyday Situations," investigates the various impacts of stress in today's society and explores both traditional and digital ways to manage stress. Stress is common in many aspects of life, and finding effective coping strategies is crucial. The research focuses on the physical and mental aspects of stress, particularly how chronic stress affects the body. It explores different methods people use for stress relief, such as Vagus Nerve Stimulation, breathing exercises and connecting with nature, while also examining new solutions like virtual and augmented reality and unconventional ones like hypnosis. The study emphasizes the role of technology in making stress management tools more accessible. Results indicate that real-time breathing exercises and spending time in nature are effective stress management techniques, but Virtual Reality: garden, underwater travel and museum exhibition may be a good substitute in some cases. The study's practical insights contribute to the ongoing discussion about stress management. The research methods included analyses of literature, benchmark analyses, and a workshop to provide a well-rounded understanding of stress and its management strategies.
