Virtual reality interventions for physical activity and stress reduction in neurodevelopmental disorder family contexts: A scoping review (2015–2025)

Key Points

• Evaluate the potential of virtual reality interventions to enhance physical activity and mitigate stress in families dealing with neurodevelopmental disorders.
• Conducted a scoping review of literature from 2015 to 2025
• Analyzed virtual reality interventions targeting physical activity and stress
• Examined implementation strategies and related health outcomes
• Identified promising practices for integrating VR in service delivery
• Highlighted the need to research the impact on physiological outcomes
• Emphasized the importance of equity in implementing lifestyle interventions