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VR empathy training shows promise for nursing home staff

NCT ID NCT07044492

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First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested whether a three-week virtual reality program could increase empathy in nursing assistants at long-term care facilities. 103 participants were split into two groups: one that watched short VR videos of residents' lives followed by group discussion, and a control group that continued normal care. Researchers measured empathy levels before, right after, and one month after the program.

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Active substance
Virtual Reality (VR) with Debriefing
What this could lead to
If successful, this program could offer a simple, low-cost way to improve empathy and care quality in nursing homes.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study measuring feelings, not health outcomes. Results may not apply to all facilities or cultures.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

103 people

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Started

Nov 2025

Finished

Dec 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

20 years and older

Sex

Anyone

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Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Participants must meet all of the following criteria: 1. Possess a valid nursing assistant license 2. Aged 20 years or older 3. Have worked at a long-term care institution for more than 3 months 4. Able to read and understand written Chinese Exclusion Criteria: * Employed as a part-time nursing assistant

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  • Taipei Medical University

    Taipei, None Selected, 11031, Taiwan

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