What Does Science Say About VR in Therapy?

Publications, reports, and materials demonstrating how VR supports the work of therapists, trainers, and patients. All sources are available online.

Digital therapies

A review of 721 studies confirms the growing role of VR in the diagnosis and treatment of mental disorders, particularly anxiety, PTSD, and addictions. The strongest evidence supports the effectiveness of VR exposure therapy, although many other applications still require further research.

Arachnophobia Therapy Without Spiders: Comparison of Placebo and Treatment Groups and a 6-Month Follow-Up Study

Efficacy of Arachnophobia Therapy Using VR-Based Exposure Through 3D Games

Arachnophobia: Neural Networks in Supporting Diagnosis and CBT Therapy Using VR/AR – A Narrative Review

Automated Mobile Application Delivering Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy in Augmented Reality for Arachnophobia: RCT Study Protocol

Efficacy of Self-Guided CBT in Virtual Reality for the Treatment of Panic Disorder: A Randomized Controlled Trial

The Use of Virtual Reality in the Treatment of Anxiety Disorders: A Systematic Review

Virtual Reality in the Treatment of Anxiety Disorders: A Scoping Review

Use of 360° Videos for Virtual Exposure in CBT for Panic Disorder with Agoraphobia: A Feasibility Study