VR nature therapy tested to calm stress in psychiatric wards

NCT ID NCT07655063

Not yet recruiting Symptom relief Sponsor: Hospital Clinic of Barcelona Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tests whether short virtual reality nature sessions can lower stress for people admitted to an acute psychiatric ward. 120 adult patients will either receive standard care or add 10-15 minute VR nature experiences every other day. Researchers will measure changes in perceived stress and well-being from admission to discharge.

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 nature exposure (Nature Treks VR on Meta Quest 3)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to lower stress and improve well-being for people in psychiatric hospitals.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial (120 people) testing feasibility, not a proven treatment. The effect may be small or not last beyond the hospital stay.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

mental disorder psychiatric disorder Psychological Well-Being

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

MENTAL DISORDERS PSYCHIATRIC HOSPITALIZATION STRESS (PSYCHOLOGY)

Contacts and locations

Locations

Hospital Clinic de Barcelona

Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain

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