Summary:

«A new study published in the Lancet found that patients using VR therapy had a significant reduction in agoraphobic avoidance and distress compared to participants receiving usual care.»

«Virtual reality therapy could be a key to helping patients with psychosis reduce agoraphobic avoidance and distress, according to a recent study published in the Lancet. In the study VR therapy was used to immerse patients into a variety of social scenarios with a virtual coach to help guide them.»

Article written by Laura Lovett. Photo by Caiaimage:Agnieszka Olek/Getty Images

06|04|2022

Source:

Mobi Health News

https://www.mobihealthnews.com/news/vr-therapy-could-help-reduce-agoraphobic-avoidance-and-distress-people-psychosis