Virtual reality could be the new antidepressant

NCT ID NCT07219875

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 12, 2026 · Updated 25 times

Summary

This study tests a new virtual reality training designed to help people with depression and low positive affect feel more joy and pleasure. 80 adults will be randomly assigned to either the VR reward training or a memory training control group for 7 weeks. The goal is to see if the VR training can improve mood and reduce symptoms of depression.

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Locations

  • University of California, Los Angeles

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    Los Angeles, California, 90095, United States

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