VR-Reward Training for Depression
(VR-RT Trial)
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial tests a new virtual reality therapy to help adults with depression enjoy positive experiences more. It targets those who struggle with feeling pleasure and aims to improve their mood by using happy virtual reality scenarios.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
Yes, you will need to stop taking any current psychotropic medications (medications that affect your mind, emotions, or behavior) to participate in this trial.
Is VR-Reward Training safe for humans?
How is Virtual Reality-Reward Training (VR-RT) different from other treatments for depression?
Virtual Reality-Reward Training (VR-RT) is unique because it uses virtual reality to enhance behavioral activation, a therapy that encourages engaging in enjoyable activities, by allowing patients to visualize and anticipate these activities in a highly immersive environment. This approach aims to increase motivation and activity levels in a novel way compared to traditional therapies.14678
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Virtual Reality-Reward Training (VR-RT) for depression?
Who Is on the Research Team?
Michelle G Craske, Ph.D
Principal Investigator
University of California, Los Angeles
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for adults who feel very little pleasure or interest in activities (anhedonia), may be experiencing depression, and have trouble functioning daily. They must speak English fluently, not be on psychotropic drugs, and agree not to start other psychological treatments during the study. People with bipolar disorder, psychosis, substance use issues in the last six months, or those prone to motion sickness can't join.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants undergo 7 weeks of either Virtual Reality-Reward Training (VR-RT) or Virtual Reality-Memory Training (VR-MT), with weekly sessions
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for changes in clinical symptoms and target measures
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Virtual Reality-Memory Training (VR-MT)
- Virtual Reality-Reward Training (VR-RT)
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
University of California, Los Angeles
Lead Sponsor