Pandemic Stress Tips™ 1.1

This application utilizes your phone's built-in Augmented Reality capabilities to provide you with insightful information from an expert in stress, trauma, and anxiety.

In light of the recent pandemic, individuals may be experiencing higher levels of stress than usual. To address this need, we aim to connect you with a psychiatrist.

Dr. Arash Javanbakht, M.D., a psychiatrist and the director of the Stress, Trauma, & Anxiety Research Clinic (S.T.A.R.C.) at Wayne State University School of Medicine, will offer expert guidance on managing and coping with everyday stressors arising from a global pandemic. This immersive AR experience allows you to interact with Dr. Arash and his dog from the comfort of your home while maintaining a safe distance, providing you with the opportunity to learn valuable coping strategies.

To begin, simply select a module, direct your phone's camera at a nearby surface, and tap "Start" to place and activate the module. You'll then see a life-sized rendering of Dr. Arash addressing the selected topic.

If your device does not support AR technology, you can access the content in VR mode within each module.

ABOUT US:

This application was developed by the Stress, Trauma, & Anxiety Research Clinic (STARC) at Wayne State University. STARC is committed to studying the neurobiology of post-traumatic stress disorder and anxiety disorders while also pioneering cutting-edge treatments for these conditions. Recognized for its significant clinical research contributions, STARC has garnered national and international acclaim within scientific communities such as the American Psychiatric Association, the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, and the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. Additionally, STARC has been featured in prominent media outlets including CNN, Al Jazeera, NPR, PBS, The Washington Post, CBS, Smithsonian Magazine, and numerous others.

SOURCES:

• CNN
• American Psychological Association
• Psychiatry.org
• ISTSS
• Eating Recovery Center