Virtual Reality in the Assessment, Understanding and Treatment of Mental Health Disorders.

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serval:BIB_658215FE8436
Type
Article: article from journal or magazin.
Publication sub-type
Editorial
Collection
Publications
Institution
Title
Virtual Reality in the Assessment, Understanding and Treatment of Mental Health Disorders.
Journal
Journal of clinical medicine
Author(s)
Riva G., Serino S.
ISSN
2077-0383 (Print)
ISSN-L
2077-0383
Publication state
Published
Issued date
26/10/2020
Peer-reviewed
Oui
Volume
9
Number
11
Pages
E3434
Language
english
Notes
Publication types: Editorial
Publication Status: epublish
Abstract
Computer scientists usually describe virtual reality (VR) as a set of fancy hardware and software technologies. However, psychology and neuroscience are starting to consider VR as the most advanced form of human-computer interaction allowing individuals to act, communicate and become present in a computer-generated environment. In this view, the feeling of "being there" experienced during a VR experience can become a powerful tool for personal change: it offers a dynamic and social world where individuals can live and share a specific experience. For this reason, the use of VR in mental health shows promise: different researches support its clinical efficacy for conditions including anxiety disorders, stress-related disorders, obesity and eating disorders, pain management, addiction and schizophrenia. However, more research is needed to transform the promises of VR in a real clinical tool for mental health. This Special Issue aims to present the most recent advances in the mental health applications of VR, as well as their implications for future patient care.
Keywords
mental health, presence, virtual reality
Pubmed
Web of science
Open Access
Yes
Create date
09/11/2020 14:30
Last modification date
09/04/2024 7:14
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