VR training aims to cure stage fright in college students

NCT ID NCT07392554

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Liege Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether virtual reality (VR) simulations can help college students improve their public speaking skills and reduce anxiety. 80 students will be randomly assigned to either a VR training group or a wait-list control group. Researchers will measure speech rate, pauses, voice intonation, and self-reported confidence to see if VR training makes a difference.

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 simulations and speech therapy exercises
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a practical, low-cost way for students to overcome public speaking fear and improve their communication skills.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study with only 80 participants. The results may not apply to all students, and the benefits might not last long-term.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

anxiety disorder communication disorder Glossophobia Speech speech disorder Verbal Behavior voice disorders

As listed by the trial registrant

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

HEALTHY ADULT SPEECH VIRTUAL REALITY SIMULATION VOICE

Contacts and locations

Locations

University of Liege
RECRUITING

Liège, Liège, 4000, Belgium

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