Results for tag: "Virtual Reality Exposure Therapy"

Virtual Reality Exposure Therapy (VRET) is a type of treatment within the broader field of Virtual and Augmented Reality (VR/AR) that leverages simulated experiences to aid in the treatment of psychological disorders such as anxiety disorders, phobias, and PTSD. This technique is grounded in the principles of exposure therapy, a psychological treatment that involves confronting patients with their fears in a controlled environment. The immersive nature of VR allows for a realistic, yet entirely safe, environment where individuals can face their fears directly under the supervision of a therapist. The controlled VR setting is ideal for providing graded exposure to fearful stimuli, which helps in the systematic desensitization of the patient's anxiety response. The market for VRET is characterized by its therapeutic focus, utilizing the advances in VR technology to enhance traditional mental health treatments. It aims to provide accessible, cost-effective solutions for patients and clinicians, by integrating immersive simulations into therapy sessions. Augmented Reality (AR) also contributes to exposure therapy by overlaying digital information onto the real world, which can be used in gradual exposure or to practice coping strategies in a more naturalistic setting. Prominent players in the Virtual Reality Exposure therapy market include companies such as Psious, Virtually Better, Limeade, Inc. (formerly immersive Health Group, LLC), and Oxford VR. These companies specialize in creating VR and AR applications designed to address a variety of mental health issues through exposure-based therapies. They offer a blend of scientific research and technology to deliver innovative treatments to Show Less Read more