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Chapter 02: Research
EXPLORATORY RESEARCH - LITERATURE REVIEW
influences mood. It also analyses personality traits, such as This central question dir
Extraversion and Neuroticism, to understand their connection to the creating interactio
likelihood of developing SAD. of life for individuals affected by SAD.
The research further considers environmental influences on SAD,
pinpointing factors like design, atmosphere, weather, sensory
experiences, and social factors as key contributors. The Donald
Norman emotional design framework is applied to explain how
different design elements can affect our emotions.
Light therapy emerges as a vital treatment strategy for SAD within the
study, due to its alignment with our natural body rhythms and its
proven benefits for mood and mental performance. The Double
Diamond design process is utilized to structure the research,
promoting a thorough and repeated examination of SAD-related
issues.
Research and Design Project
An Exploratory Sequential Mixed Methods (ESMM) approach is
adopted to merge different types of data, providing a comprehensive
(STORYSET.2024)
understanding of the emotional and physical effects of light on those
with SAD.
At the heart of the study is the pivotal question: “How can interaction
design be used to improve the daily lives of people with SAD in their
homes, thereby enhancing their well-being?”