VR headsets may mess with your memory, small study suggests
NCT ID NCT07172230
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Jun 22, 2026 · Updated 37 times
Summary
This study tested whether immersive virtual reality affects memory and distraction. 16 healthy adults tried to remember word lists while either using VR or not. The goal was to see if VR changes how well we recall information and how distracted we feel.
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University of Washington
Seattle, Washington, 98195, United States
What this could mean
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Active substance
Immersive Virtual Reality
What this could lead to
If successful, this could help us understand how VR affects memory and attention, potentially leading to better use of VR in medical or educational settings.
What could go wrong
This is a very small, early-stage study with only 16 healthy participants. Results may not apply to broader populations or real-world medical procedures.
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The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.