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VR time travel boosts memory and mood in nursing home seniors

NCT ID NCT06252025

Symptom relief Sponsor: Zhu Dian Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This completed study tested a virtual reality (VR) game called Memo-gration to help older adults in nursing homes retrieve memories and improve their mood. The game used vintage Chinese scenes and interactive prompts to spark conversations with caregivers. Thirty-six older adults without major cognitive or sensory issues took part. Researchers measured changes in mood and the VR experience.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Memo-gration (VR reminiscence system)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a fun, non-drug way to help older adults recall memories and feel better emotionally.
What could go wrong
This was a small, early study with only 36 people. The results may not apply to everyone, and the VR system might cause discomfort for some users.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

36 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Jul 2023

Finished

Aug 2024

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

60 to 85 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * (i) absence of significant cognitive impairment, visual impairment, hearing impairment, and communication ability. * (ii) Obtained the pre-test and watched the film while wearing a VR headgear without experiencing any notable discomfort. Exclusion Criteria: * (i) Older adults with cognitive impairments that prevent normal communication * (ii) Visually impaired

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Conditions

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Emotional Regulation

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Emotional regulation Memory, repressed Old age

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Dian Zhu

    Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality, 200140, China

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