Brenda E. Ryan
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View article: The contribution of body perception to self-identity: an event-related potential study
The contribution of body perception to self-identity: an event-related potential study Open
This study used electroencephalography (EEG) and personalized avatars to investigate the neural mechanisms underlying personal identity perception. Compound avatar images combining participants’ own faces and bodies, as well as those of ot…
View article: Can beliefs improve mental health? A dive into resilience during pandemic times in South America
Can beliefs improve mental health? A dive into resilience during pandemic times in South America Open
The association between paranormal beliefs and mental health has been extensively investigated. Nonetheless, there has been limited opportunity to examine this association in contexts characterized by high stress and social vulnerability. …
View article: Altered bodily perceptions in chronic neuropathic pain conditions and implications for treatment using immersive virtual reality
Altered bodily perceptions in chronic neuropathic pain conditions and implications for treatment using immersive virtual reality Open
Chronic neuropathic pain is highly disabling and difficult to treat and manage. Patients with such conditions often report altered bodily perceptions that are thought to be associated with maladaptive structural and functional alterations …
View article: Immersive Virtual Reality for Clinical Pain: Considerations for Effective Therapy
Immersive Virtual Reality for Clinical Pain: Considerations for Effective Therapy Open
Immersive virtual reality is transforming medical and psychological research and treatment, including the treatment of clinical pain. In this short perspective paper, we present some of the methodological difficulties that are rarely discu…