Avatar Appearance Beyond Pixels - User Ratings and Avatar Preferences within Health Applications
Ashrafi, N., Graf, P., Marquardt, M., Vona, F., Schorlemmer, J. & Voigt-Antons, J.-N.
Paper presented at the International Conference on Human-Computer Interaction (HCII 2025), Gothenburg, Sweden, June 2025
Summary
We investigate how visual attributes of avatars—such as realism, stylization, gender presentation, and attire—shape user preferences and perceived trust in health-related interactions. In a rating study with diverse participants, we compare multiple avatar designs for telehealth triage, coaching, and data collection scenarios. Results highlight design trade-offs between relatability, professionalism, and privacy, and provide guidelines for selecting avatar styles that foster comfort and adherence.
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Ashrafi, N., Graf, P., Marquardt, M., Vona, F., Schorlemmer, J. & Voigt-Antons, J.-N. (2025, June). Avatar Appearance Beyond Pixels - User Ratings and Avatar Preferences within Health Applications. Paper presented at the International Conference on Human-Computer Interaction (HCII 2025). Gothenburg, Sweden.
