ZHANG XinzhouDong, AilinAilinDong2026-03-162026-03-162025Zhang, X., & Dong, A. (2025). Mindscapes: Exploring EEG-driven emotional expression in VR for supporting emotional relief and mental well-being. In Cai, Z., Pan, Z., Yang, X., Liang, Y., Wang, M., & Zhu, L. (Eds.). VRCAI '25: Proceedings of the 20th international conference on virtual reality continuum and its applications in industry. VRCAI '25: The 20th ACM SIGGRAPH International Conference on Virtual-Reality Continuum and its Applications in Industry, Macau, China (pp. 1-8). Association for Computing Machinery.9798400723629http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.11861/27008Open accessExisting VR emotional support applications often lack real-time adaptability and meaningful interaction with user emotions. This study explores an emotionally responsive VR system that visualizes brainwave data to create immersive and adaptive experiences. Using a research through design (RtD) methodology and an iterative prototyping process, this project examines how real-time biofeedback may enhance user interaction and emotional awareness in virtual environments. The system integrates EEG-based feedback with environmental dynamics, applying art therapy principles and meditation techniques to support emotional engagement, regulation practice, and self-reflection. This work is exploratory and does not claim clinical efficacy.enEEGNeurofeedbackNeuroadaptive VRArt TherapyMeditationBiofeedbackVirtual RealityEmotional AwarenessResearch Through DesignHuman-Computer InteractionConference Paper10.1145/3779232.3779287