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Virtual reality could help seniors tame anxiety

NCT ID NCT07687420

Symptom relief Sponsor: Grupo Lusófona Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jul 07, 2026 · Last updated Jul 08, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests a therapy program that combines acceptance and commitment therapy with virtual reality to help older adults (65+) manage anxiety symptoms. Participants attend 12 group sessions, some using VR, to learn psychological flexibility and reduce anxiety. The goal is to see if the program is feasible, acceptable, and shows early signs of working.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy with virtual reality
What this could lead to
If effective, this approach could offer a new, engaging way to help older adults manage anxiety without medication.
What could go wrong
This is a small pilot study testing feasibility, not effectiveness. The therapy may not reduce anxiety significantly, and virtual reality may be challenging for some older participants.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 60 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Expected to start

Sep 2026

An estimate. Start dates often move.

Expected to finish

Mar 2027

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Ages

65 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Participants aged 65 or older; * Participants with mild, moderate, or severe anxiety symptoms; * Participants who attend day centers. Exclusion Criteria: * Participants with a medical diagnosis of neurocognitive disorder or with significant cognitive deficits (measured with Mini-Mental State Examination); * Participants with illiteracy or with linguistic difficulties that hinder communication and the comprehension of instructions; * Participants with reduced visual acuity.

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Conditions

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anxiety disorder Psychological Well-Being

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Anxious symptoms

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