VR mindfulness may tame aggression in schizophrenia

NCT ID NCT07434479

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether a virtual reality mindfulness app can help people with schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder control impulsive aggression. About 58 participants will use the VR app or do distraction tasks, and have their brain activity measured with fMRI. The goal is to see if VR mindfulness improves emotion regulation and reduces aggressive behavior.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Aggression Emotional Regulation schizoaffective disorder schizophrenia

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  • Manhattan Psychiatric Center

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    New York, New York, 10035, United States

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  • NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center Westchester Division

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    White Plains, New York, 10605, United States

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