Artificial intelligence in an augmented reality game with an eye-tracking system to improve stress management, cognition.

Project Summary

Adults with intellectual disabilities and the healthcare professionals who support them are both at elevated risk of stress and emotional exhaustion. Individuals with intellectual disabilities may have difficulty recognizing and managing stress, while caregivers often face high workloads and limited access to personalized support tools.

This project proposes the development of an AI-powered Augmented Reality (AR) system designed to enhance stress regulation, cognitive functioning, and emotional resilience through personalized, interactive training. The system will integrate chest strap sensors for real-time Heart Rate Variability (HRV) monitoring, eye-tracking technology, and embedded cognitive and breathing tasks within a dynamic AR environment. These tasks are designed to promote attention control, emotional regulation, and physiological balance.

Guided by Generative AI models, the platform will adapt in real time to the user’s stress levels and cognitive state, providing a tailored and accessible experience for each individual.

Aligned with the GenAI4EU initiative and the mission to improve the quality of life of persons with intellectual disabilities and their families, the project offers a dual-impact solution:

• For adults with intellectual disabilities: it supports stress reduction, cognitive training, and engagement through an intuitive and immersive experience.

• For healthcare personnel: it functions as a supportive tool, offering real-time insights into stress and focus patterns, helping to prevent burnout and guide more responsive care.

This inclusive, AI-enhanced approach aims to transform stress management and cognitive support in healthcare settings—improving well-being for both end users and those who care for them.