Pilot study assesses usability and effectiveness of an AR-assisted training tool in mental health task-sharing, suggesting its potential for engagement and training enhancement.
Key Points
The augmented reality training tool received positive feedback, demonstrating promising usability with a PSSUQ score of 3.46.
Participants felt the AR simulation fostered empathy and enhanced immersion in virtual patient scenarios, improving training quality.
Usability was assessed through a mixed-methods approach, including qualitative interviews and quantitative questionnaires from mental health trainees.
The study highlights AR's potential to improve training efficacy for mental health workers, requiring further research for scalability and impact on learning outcomes.