Artificial Reality Addiction

The term "artificial reality addiction," or "AR addiction," describes a mental dependence on immersive virtual worlds produced by virtual reality (VR) or augmented reality (AR) technologies. Similar to other types of addiction, AR addiction is characterized by compulsive and excessive usage of AR apps or gadgets, which can have detrimental effects on a person's life in many different ways.

The allure and immersion of augmented and virtual reality experiences which can provide consumers a sense of novelty, excitement, and escape leads to the development of AR addiction. With the help of these technologies, users can interact with digital items, explore virtual worlds, and partake in simulated activities that might be more interesting than their actual environment.

People who develop an addiction to AR may have traits found in other types of addiction, such as:

Compulsive Use: Excessive usage of augmented reality apps or gadgets, frequently at the expense of other obligations or pursuits.

Symptoms of Withdrawal: Feeling agitated, agitated, or uncomfortable when unable to access AR experiences.

Tolerance: Requiring more and higher degrees of AR stimulation or immersion in order to experience the same degree of exhilaration or satisfaction.