Virtual reality could cure stage fright in just one session

NCT ID NCT06214039

First seen Jul 09, 2026 · Last updated Jul 17, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tests whether virtual reality (VR) can help young adults with public speaking anxiety. Participants receive either one or three sessions of VR exposure therapy, followed by a 4-week online program. The goal is to see if a single VR session works as well as multiple sessions for reducing fear of public speaking.

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 exposure therapy and text-based cognitive behavioral therapy
What this could lead to
If effective, this could offer a quick, accessible treatment option for public speaking anxiety using virtual reality.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 37 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The therapy may not work for everyone.

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Conditions

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Vilnius University

    Vilnius, Lithuania, LT-01513, Lithuania

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