Hostler, Thomas J, Poerio, Giulia L, Nader, Clau orcid.org/0000-0002-4985-6710 et al. (44 more authors) (2024) Research Priorities for Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response:An Interdisciplinary Delphi Study. Multisensory Research. pp. 499-528. ISSN 2213-4808
Abstract
Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response (ASMR) is a multisensory experience most often associated with feelings of relaxation and altered consciousness, elicited by stimuli which include whispering, repetitive movements, and close personal attention. Since 2015, ASMR research has grown rapidly, spanning disciplines from neuroscience to media studies but lacking a collaborative or interdisciplinary approach. To build a cohesive and connected structure for ASMR research moving forwards, a modified Delphi study was conducted with ASMR experts, practitioners, community members, and researchers from various disciplines. Ninety-eight participants provided 451 suggestions for ASMR research priorities which were condensed into 13 key areas: (1) Definition, conceptual clarification, and measurement of ASMR; (2) Origins and development of ASMR; (3) Neurophysiology of ASMR; (4) Understanding ASMR triggers; (5) Factors affecting the likelihood of experiencing/eliciting ASMR; (6) ASMR and individual/cultural differences; (7) ASMR and the senses; (8) ASMR and social intimacy; (9) Positive and negative consequences of ASMR in the general population; (10) Therapeutic applications of ASMR in clinical contexts; (11) Effects of long-term ASMR use; (12) ASMR platforms and technology; (13) ASMR community, culture, and practice. These were voted on by 70% of the initial participant pool using best/worst scaling methods. The resulting agenda provides a clear map for ASMR research to enable new and existing researchers to orient themselves towards important questions for the field and to inspire interdisciplinary collaborations.
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Item Type: | Article |
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Authors/Creators: |
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Copyright, Publisher and Additional Information: | © Thomas J. Hostler et al., 2024. |
Keywords: | Humans,Delphi Technique,Female,Research,Male,Interdisciplinary Research,Meridians |
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Institution: | The University of York |
Academic Units: | The University of York > Faculty of Sciences (York) > Psychology (York) The University of York > Faculty of Sciences (York) > Health Sciences (York) |
Depositing User: | Pure (York) |
Date Deposited: | 12 Dec 2024 10:10 |
Last Modified: | 31 Jan 2025 00:10 |
Published Version: | https://doi.org/10.1163/22134808-bja10136 |
Status: | Published |
Refereed: | Yes |
Identification Number: | 10.1163/22134808-bja10136 |
Open Archives Initiative ID (OAI ID): | oai:eprints.whiterose.ac.uk:220749 |
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