Can virtual reality help curb gambling cravings?
NCT ID NCT04467502
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study compares virtual reality exposure therapy (VRET) to standard imaginal exposure therapy for people with gambling disorder. Both treatments are combined with cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) over 12 sessions. The goal is to see if VRET is as good as or better than imaginal exposure at reducing gambling cravings and symptoms. The trial involves 124 participants and will track outcomes for up to a year after treatment.
What this could mean
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Active substance
virtual reality exposure therapy
What this could lead to
If successful, this could offer a more practical and motivating way to deliver exposure therapy for gambling disorder, potentially improving treatment access and outcomes.
What could go wrong
This is a relatively early-stage trial with 124 participants, and virtual reality therapy may not be more effective than standard imaginal exposure. The novelty of VR could also wear off, affecting long-term results.
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Association GREID ValenciennesCSAPA
NOT_YET_RECRUITINGValenciennes, France
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Assoriation Cédragir Lomme CSAPA
NOT_YET_RECRUITINGLomme, France
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CH Boulogne sur mer CSAPA
NOT_YET_RECRUITINGBoulogne-sur-Mer, France
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CH Seclin Carvin CSAPA
RECRUITINGSeclin, France
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CH de Saint Amand les Eaux
NOT_YET_RECRUITINGSaint-Amand-les-Eaux, France
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CH de l'arrondissement de Montreuil / CSAPA
NOT_YET_RECRUITINGMontreuil-sur-Mer, France
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CHU Amiens-Picardie
NOT_YET_RECRUITINGAmiens, France
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CHU Rouen
NOT_YET_RECRUITINGRouen, France
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CHU de Caen
NOT_YET_RECRUITINGCaen, France
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Hôpital Fontan, CHU lille
NOT_YET_RECRUITINGLille, 59000, France
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