Can VR meditation ease caregiver burnout?

NCT ID NCT07387562

Ongoing Symptom relief Sponsor: Istituto per la Ricerca e l'Innovazione Biomedica Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tests whether virtual reality mindfulness exercises can improve mental health in people caring for a family member with a psychiatric condition. Forty-six caregivers will attend four weekly VR sessions using a Meta Quest Pro headset. Researchers will measure changes in anxiety, depression, stress, and well-being before and after the program.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Virtual reality mindfulness sessions using Meta Quest Pro headset and Become software
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a new, accessible way to reduce stress and improve mental health for caregivers.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study with only 46 participants. Results may not apply to all caregivers, and the effect may be no better than audio-only mindfulness.

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CAREGIVERS CAREGIVERS BURNOUT

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Locations

AOU "Renato Dulbecco"

Catanzaro, Catanzaro, 88100, Italy

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