Evidence is Strong for Virtual Reality Therapy

 
 
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Over the last two decades, virtual reality (VR) has become a viable method for administering exposure therapy for anxiety disorders & specific phobias, and for the treatment of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

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Virtual Reality Therapy can help with various types of issues, including but not limited to:

PTSD

  • violence
  • natural disasters
  • car accidents
  • terrorism
  • military
  • war

Specific Phobias

  • heights
  • flying
  • driving
  • animals/insects
  • bridges/tunnels
  • blood/needles
  • subway
  • elevators
  • MRI session

Social Anxiety

  • public speaking
  • crowds