Can virtual reality help us understand alcohol cravings?

NCT ID NCT06333457

First seen Jan 21, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 19 times

Summary

This study looked at how a sense of presence in virtual reality (VR) affects alcohol cravings and relapse in people with alcohol dependence. 60 adults who had completed withdrawal treatment were shown alcohol-related cues in VR. The goal was to see if feeling more present in the VR environment was linked to stronger cravings. This was an observational study, not a treatment trial.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Psychiatric University Hospital Charité at St. Hedwig Hospital

    Berlin, State of Berlin, 10115, Germany

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