Can VR help you feel less awkward? new study tests resilience training in virtual reality
NCT ID NCT06360562
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether a virtual reality program that teaches mindfulness, self-compassion, and understanding others can help people with mood, anxiety, or psychotic disorders feel more at ease in social situations. Researchers are enrolling 174 college students and healthcare workers to see if the training is practical and well-liked. The goal is to improve how people connect with others, both in person and online.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Resilience Training in virtual reality
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a new way to deliver mental health support using virtual reality, making it more accessible and engaging.
What could go wrong
This is an early feasibility study with only 174 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The training is behavioral and effects may be small or short-lived.
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Massachusetts General Hospital
Charlestown, Massachusetts, 02129, United States