VR therapy takes on social anxiety in youth
NCT ID NCT06876779
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether virtual reality (VR) can make cognitive behavioral therapy more effective for young people with social anxiety and depression. Ninety participants aged 15-24 will go through six 60-minute VR sessions that simulate social situations like a café or classroom. The goal is to see if this approach reduces symptoms and is cost-effective.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- virtual reality cognitive behavioral therapy
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could offer a more engaging and scalable way to treat social anxiety and depression in young people.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial with only 90 participants. The effects may not last or be generalizable, and VR may cause discomfort or side effects like dizziness.
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