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The metaverse’s growth presents unique mental health challenges and opportunities for consumers in emerging markets. This study examines its psychological impact through mixed methods: systematic literature review, stakeholder interviews (consumers, healthcare providers, policymakers), and quantitative surveys. Findings reveal a duality—while immersive technologies enable innovative therapies and social connectivity, barriers like digital inequality and cultural mismatches persist. The analysis integrates theoretical frameworks (e.g., Digital Well-Being Model) with empirical data, proposing context-sensitive solutions: (1) infrastructure-light VR applications, (2) culturally adapted digital therapeutics, and (3) public-private partnerships for equitable access. The study contributes actionable insights for tech developers (design inclusivity), policymakers (regulation balancing innovation/safeguards), and healthcare providers (integration protocols). Limitations include sample diversity constraints, warranting future cross-regional comparisons. Ultimately, it advances discourse on human-centric metaverse development in resource-varied settings.

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Mental Health in the Metaverse: Well-Being Challenges and Strategies for Emerging Markets

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    2026年

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  • Ashutosh Verma,
  • Sherif Badran,
  • Abu Bashar,
  • Irfanullah Khan

摘要

The metaverse’s growth presents unique mental health challenges and opportunities for consumers in emerging markets. This study examines its psychological impact through mixed methods: systematic literature review, stakeholder interviews (consumers, healthcare providers, policymakers), and quantitative surveys. Findings reveal a duality—while immersive technologies enable innovative therapies and social connectivity, barriers like digital inequality and cultural mismatches persist. The analysis integrates theoretical frameworks (e.g., Digital Well-Being Model) with empirical data, proposing context-sensitive solutions: (1) infrastructure-light VR applications, (2) culturally adapted digital therapeutics, and (3) public-private partnerships for equitable access. The study contributes actionable insights for tech developers (design inclusivity), policymakers (regulation balancing innovation/safeguards), and healthcare providers (integration protocols). Limitations include sample diversity constraints, warranting future cross-regional comparisons. Ultimately, it advances discourse on human-centric metaverse development in resource-varied settings.