Altered States of Consciousness in Human-Computer Interaction: A Review
Nordic Conference on Human-Computer Interaction October 8, 2022 S. Jung, O. Buruk, Juho Hamari
A scoping review of HCI studies on technology-driven altered states of consciousness (ASC) finds that most research has focused on psychologically induced ASCs, with extended reality (XR) and embodied interaction being common tools. Prospective directions include physical artefact design that incorporates active body movements and game or play approaches. The review identifies four themes: induction methods, experiences through artefacts, types of artefacts, and the technology used. These findings provide design knowledge for researchers and practitioners creating ASC artefacts.