Table 2 Compilation of model constructs and items.

From: Virtual resonance: analyzing IPA usage intensity under COVID-19's isolating canopy

Construct

Item

Description

Source

Affective risk perception

ARP1

I am concerned about contracting COVID-19

Bae and Chang41

ARP2

I am concerned for my family members contracting COVID-19

ARP3

I am concerned about the occurrence of COVID-19 in my area

Cabin fever syndrome

CFS1

I feel restless remaining indoors during social distancing/lockdown

Chakraborty et al.3

CFS2

I struggle to focus while staying at home during social distancing/lockdown

CFS3

I experience a sense of social isolation while staying at home during social distancing/lockdown

Loneliness

LON1

I lack companionship

Jang21

LON2

There is no one I can turn to

LON3

I feel alone

Parasocial interaction

PIA1

I was able to form a personal connection with the AI personal assistant

Jang21

PIA2

I frequently felt the AI personal assistant was reactive to me

PIA3

I frequently felt the AI personal assistant seemed genuine

IPA usage intensity

IUI1

Amid social distancing/lockdown, I am utilizing the AI personal assistant more than usual

Chakraborty et al.3

IUI2

Amid social distancing/lockdown, I am conversing with the AI personal assistant more frequently

IUI3

Amid social distancing/lockdown, I am employing functions via the AI personal assistant more than usual