Virtual reality with alcohol smells could unlock craving triggers
NCT ID NCT07667790
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at whether adding alcohol-related smells to virtual reality scenes makes people with alcohol use disorder feel stronger cravings. Sixty participants will experience different combinations of visual scenes (neutral or alcohol-related) and smells (none or alcohol). Researchers will measure self-reported cravings and heart rate changes to understand how multiple senses contribute to craving.
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this could help develop better virtual reality therapies for alcohol relapse prevention by understanding how smell affects craving.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study (60 participants) that only measures immediate reactions, not long-term outcomes. Results may not apply to real-world settings.
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Psychiatric University Hospital Charité at St. Hedwig Hospital, Berlin, Berlin 10115
Berlin, State of Berlin, 10115, Germany