VR therapy shows promise for shame in sexually abused teens

NCT ID NCT06384508

First seen Jan 05, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 27 times

Summary

This study tested a short virtual reality program called SHINE-VR designed to help teenagers aged 12-17 who feel shame after sexual abuse. Six teens who were already in PTSD treatment tried the VR program. The goal was to see if it could reduce trauma-related shame and increase self-compassion.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • GGZ Delfland

    The Hague, Haaglanden, Netherlands

  • Kenter Jeugdhulp

    Haarlem, Netherlands

  • LEVVEL

    Amsterdam, Netherlands

  • LUMC Curium

    Oegstgeest, 2342AK, Netherlands

  • iMindU Practice for Child, Adolescent and Adult Psychiatry

    Leiden, South Holland, 2311 EX, Netherlands

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