VR therapy takes on phobias: a new way to face fears?

NCT ID NCT06302868

First seen Jun 07, 2026 · Last updated Jun 13, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This study tested whether using a virtual reality clinic (Doxy.me VR) is as good as standard online therapy for treating intense fear of dogs, snakes, or spiders. Fifty-four adults participated, and researchers measured how much their phobia symptoms improved. The goal was to see if VR-based therapy is a practical and effective option for reducing fear.

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Locations

  • University of South Florida

    Tampa, Florida, 33613, United States

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