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April 15, 2026International Journal of Pharmacy Practice

Learning together: a qualitative exploration of the impact of interprofessional, immersive simulation for ageing and neurodiversity

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SBS BoyceHEH EdgarVAV Adams

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Qualitative exploration of immersive simulation's impact on empathy and understanding in healthcare professionals, highlighting its significance.

Key Points

  • This research aims to evaluate the impact of interprofessional immersive simulation on understanding ageing and neurodiversity in healthcare.
  • Developed immersive simulation scenarios co-designed by students, practitioners, and patients.
  • Utilized love and breakup letter methodology during debriefs to capture initial reactions.
  • Conducted online focus groups two months post-event for longer-term reflections.
  • Transcribed and analyzed focus group discussions and letters through thematic analysis.
  • Engaged 96 students across pharmacy, dentistry, and occupational therapy in the immersive simulation.
  • Identified themes of empathy, collaboration, and professional development from debrief reflections.
  • Focus groups indicated students continued to apply learned concepts, focusing on patient challenges and person-centered care.

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Boyce et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69df2b04e4eeef8a2a6aff85https://doi.org/10.1093/ijpp/riag034.065
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