Virtual Reality for Mental Health
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
The goal is to explore the use of Virtual Reality (VR) as an intervention to increase self-efficacy in a healthcare setting. The investigators would like to determine if an educational VR intervention in the course of healthcare could increase pediatric patient self-efficacy compared to standard of care (i.e no VR).
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications.
Is virtual reality therapy safe for mental health treatment?
How is virtual reality therapy different from other mental health treatments?
Virtual reality therapy is unique because it uses immersive, computer-generated environments to simulate real-life activities, which can help patients engage with their treatment in a more interactive and controlled way. This approach can be more cost-effective and accessible, offering new techniques like embodiment and self-led interventions that traditional therapies may not provide.46789
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Virtual Reality Therapy for mental health?
Research shows that virtual reality (VR) therapy can help reduce anxiety and avoidance in people with psychosis and has shown promise in treating anxiety disorders, eating disorders, and other mental health conditions. VR therapy is effective in providing psychological treatments, especially for those who have limited access to traditional therapy.1011121314
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for pediatric patients aged 5 to 25 at LPCH/SHC facilities looking to improve their self-efficacy in healthcare settings. It's not suitable for those who are pregnant, clinically unstable, non-consenting, use corrective glasses (incompatible with VR), prone to motion sickness or seizures, or currently nauseous.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants receive either standard care or virtual reality intervention on the first day, and the alternate intervention on the second day of in-patient care
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for changes in self-efficacy, mental well-being, and self-esteem after the intervention
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Standard of Care
- Virtual Reality
Virtual Reality is already approved in United States for the following indications:
- Functional Dyspepsia
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- Gastroparesis
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Thomas Caruso
Lead Sponsor