THE EFFICACY OF A VIRTUAL REALITY-BASED PROGRAM IN ENHANCING DAILY LIVING SKILLS FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH INTELLECTUAL DISABIL-ITIES IN JORDAN

Abstract

Virtual reality (VR) is an emerging tool for educating and training individuals with intellectual disabilities in essential daily living skills to support independent functioning. This study aimed to evaluate the efficacy of a VR-based intervention in improving two fundamental skills — eating and dressing — among individuals with intellectual disabilities in Jordan. In addition to measuring participants' performance before, after, and two months following the intervention, the study also examined the cognitive, emotional, and motivational impacts of the program.

Specifically, it explored how the VR experience influenced attention, memory, anxiety, and self-motivation. Furthermore, the role of family and social support was analyzed to understand its moderating effect on the intervention's outcomes. By integrating cognitive, emotional, and social dimensions, this research contributes a multi-perspective psychological approach to the design of assistive technologies for individuals with intellectual disabilities.