Arachnophobia Therapy Unity App

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Arachnophobia Therapy

Introduction:

Arachnophobia Therapy is a (as i don’t have VR devices so i use FPS starter kit by unity) FPS application that enables arachnophobics to progressively confront their phobia in a secure setting.

Description:

This applicaton for arachnophobia therapy has a virtual environment with several spiders. The user can begin in a setting with a little, non-threatening spider before advancing gradually to situations with larger, more dangerous spiders.

With the use of a mouse and keyboard, the user may navigate the virtual worlds. Using the controls, they can communicate with the spiders as well. The user may click on a spider, for instance, and investigate or even pet it.

A deep breathing exercise and a relaxation method are only two of the things the Arachnophobia Therapy offers to assist users in managing their anxiety.

The Arachnophobia Therapy application aids in immersing the user more fully in the virtual setting. When interacting with the spiders, the user may see their own body in the virtual setting and feel their hands and fingers. This makes the virtual world feel more real, which can increase the effectiveness of exposure treatment.

Significance of the Application

A frequent phobia that may significantly affect a person's life is arachnophobia. Arachnophobics may avoid specific locations or hobbies out of fear of running into spiders. People with arachnophobia can overcome their fear and lead more satisfying lives with the aid of the Arachnophobia Therapy application.

Interaction Design:

The user may engage with the virtual environment and the spiders using a variety of various interaction strategies in the Arachnophobia Therapy app.

The user may move around in the virtual worlds by using a mouse and keyboard. The user may interact with the spiders by using the mouse. For instance, the user may click on a spider to explore or even pet it.

The application provides users with a number of tools to help them manage their anxiety, including a deep breathing exercise and a relaxing technique.

Storyboard

The user starts off in a safe environment.
The user may explore the surroundings and learn how to use the game's controls.
The player then has the option of going into a more difficult situation, such a room with a little spider.
The player has two viewing options: standing back and taking a closer look, or going up close and doing so.
The player can employ a coping strategy, such as deep breathing or relaxation methods, if they are feeling nervous.
As long as it's comfortable, the player can keep interacting with the spider.
The following setting has a larger and more dangerous spider, which the player can access when they are ready.

The player will eventually confront their phobia of spiders as they advance through the game in a secure setting. The gamer may be able to conquer their fear and have a more fulfilled life as a result of this.

Technical Development:

The Arachnophobia Therapy application is developed using the Unity game engine. The application uses the Starter Assets - First Person Character Controller.

The user may use the mouse and keyboard to interact with the available options. The user may push a button on the controller after taking a look at the spider they wish to engage with it.

Scripts:

ClickSpider.CS (Check which spider is clicked)