Virtual vs. real: which exposure therapy works best for agoraphobia?
NCT ID NCT06514495
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study compares two types of exposure therapy for agoraphobia: real-life exposure and virtual reality exposure. Researchers will measure how these therapies affect body awareness and stress-related chemicals. The goal is to understand why therapy works and how to improve it for people with agoraphobia, panic disorder, or social anxiety.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Cognitive behavioral psychotherapy with exposure (in vivo or virtual reality)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could help tailor exposure therapy for agoraphobia by identifying which method works best and why.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study (68 participants) focused on understanding mechanisms, not proving a new treatment. Results may not apply to all patients.
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University Medical Center
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