Virtual Reality Graded Exposure Therapy For Phobia And Ptsd

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Year : 2025 | Volume : 15 | Issue : 02 | Page : –
    By

    Adith Menon,

  • Adwaidh CR,

  • Anoysius Joju,

  • Rithik VR,

  • Krishnadas J,

  1. Researcher, Department of Computer Science and Engineering Sahrdaya College of Engineering and Technology, Thrissur, Kerala, India
  2. Researcher, Department of Computer Science and Engineering Sahrdaya College of Engineering and Technology, Thrissur, Kerala, India
  3. Researcher, Department of Computer Science and Engineering Sahrdaya College of Engineering and Technology, Thrissur, Kerala, India
  4. Researcher, Department of Computer Science and Engineering Sahrdaya College of Engineering and Technology, Thrissur, Kerala, India
  5. Associate Professor, Department of Computer Science and Engineering Sahrdaya College of Engineering and Technology, Thrissur, Kerala, India

Abstract

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By combining virtual reality technology with graded exposure therapy, Virtual Reality Graded Exposure Therapy (VRGET) transforms the treatment of anxiety disorders. VRGET uses controlled exposure to anxiety-inducing stimuli using immersive virtual environments, addressing the global problem of anxiety disorders. By simulating real-world scenarios, VRGET provides a structured and immersive approach that allows individuals to gradually confront their fears in a controlled, supervised, and safe environment. Technology offers adaptable scenarios tailored to specific therapeutic needs, ensuring a personalized treatment experience. With safety as the top priority, VRGET revolutionizes exposure therapy by eliminating real-world risks while maintaining its effectiveness. This innovative method empowers individuals to build resilience and overcome anxieties with confidence, making fear-based therapy more accessible and impactful.With its wide-ranging potential across multiple mental health domains, VRGET stands out as a promising therapeutic intervention for PTSD and phobias. By leveraging immersive technology, it offers a novel approach to anxiety treatment, enabling controlled exposure and desensitization in a safe environment. This abstract underscores VRGET’s transformative role in reshaping anxiety therapy, highlighting its clinical relevance and future applications. It lays a strong foundation for an in-depth exploration of its mechanisms, effectiveness, and integration into mainstream mental health care.

Keywords: Virtual reality, Anxiety disorders, Exposure therapy, VRGET, Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing.

[This article belongs to Research and Reviews: A Journal of Neuroscience ]

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Adith Menon, Adwaidh CR, Anoysius Joju, Rithik VR, Krishnadas J. Virtual Reality Graded Exposure Therapy For Phobia And Ptsd. Research and Reviews: A Journal of Neuroscience. 2025; 15(02):-.
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Adith Menon, Adwaidh CR, Anoysius Joju, Rithik VR, Krishnadas J. Virtual Reality Graded Exposure Therapy For Phobia And Ptsd. Research and Reviews: A Journal of Neuroscience. 2025; 15(02):-. Available from: https://journals.stmjournals.com/rrjons/article=2025/view=0


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Volume 15
Issue 02
Received 15/07/2024
Accepted 25/03/2025
Published 07/06/2025
Publication Time 327 Days
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