VR therapy shows promise for teens with conduct disorder
NCT ID NCT06301516
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested a virtual reality program called Impact VR to help youth aged 10-17 with conduct disorder learn to recognize and regulate emotions. The program involved four weekly sessions in a private setting. Researchers measured changes in callous-unemotional traits, conduct problems, and emotion recognition. The goal was to see if VR could reduce symptoms and improve behavior.
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 training program
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could offer a new, engaging way to help youth with conduct disorder manage emotions and reduce behavioral problems.
- What could go wrong
- This is an early, small Phase 1 trial, so results may not be conclusive. The VR program may not work for everyone, and benefits might be limited.
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Study facts
What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.
- Phase
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Phase 1
The first testing in people. Mainly checks safety and dose, usually in a small group.
- Participants
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220 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Feb 2024
- Finished
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Sep 2024
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
The registry's catch-all category, for sponsors it does not file as a company, a government agency, or a research network.
Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
- Ages
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10 to 17 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
This study is not open to healthy volunteers. The entry requirements below say who it is open to.
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Inclusion Criteria: * Aged 10-17 years old * Identified through the TriNetX database as having a conduct disorder diagnosis * English speaking Exclusion Criteria: * Youth aged \<10 years and \>18 years old * Non-English speaking * Youth of caregivers younger than 18 years old.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, Virginia, 23298, United States
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