VR headsets may alter memory, small study suggests
NCT ID NCT07172230
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Apr 30, 2026 · Updated 29 times
Summary
This study tested whether immersive virtual reality can affect memory, pain perception, and anxiety in healthy adults. Sixteen participants from a university psychology course completed word recall tests while using VR. The goal was to see if VR could distract people enough to reduce pain and anxiety, and even cause temporary memory loss (anterograde amnesia). Results may help design better VR experiences for medical procedures.
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