Imagine a therapy session in which the patient doesn't just talk about their fear, but actually experiences it—standing on stage in front of an audience, sitting on an airplane, or entering a crowded room. This happens not ...
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Erectile disorder (ED) refers to a persistent difficulty achieving or maintaining an erection sufficient for satisfying sexual activity. It affects millions of men worldwide, including up to 1 in 4 in the United States. Beyond ...
Apr 26, 2026
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Researchers at Graz University of Technology (TU Graz) have developed a novel virtual reality (VR) system that could make the treatment of arachnophobia, also known as spider phobia, more targeted and personalized in the ...
Mar 19, 2026
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Engaging in virtual reality (VR) games may enhance motor performance for young people with dyspraxia, according to new research.
Mar 10, 2026
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An increasing number of people worldwide are affected by autism spectrum disorder (ASD); according to studies, one in 44 children is diagnosed with it. A central symptom is so-called "social blindness," i.e. the inability ...
Mar 5, 2026
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Texas A&M University researchers have found that a brief virtual reality (VR) simulation of a near-death experience can sharply reduce people's anxiety about death. In a small pilot study of about 60 young adults, participants ...
Dec 29, 2025
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Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health disorder triggered by traumatic experiences such as accidents, disasters, or violence. Exposure therapy, a scientifically validated treatment for PTSD, involves the ...
Sep 8, 2025
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Researchers from Lancaster University have found many currently available breast cancer symptom-management apps do not meet important clinical or user needs.
Sep 4, 2025
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Living with cardiovascular disease often takes a serious emotional toll—and with stress known to worsen heart health, there's growing interest in low-risk, innovative ways to help patients cope. New research from UCLA Health ...
Aug 6, 2025
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Exposure to nature—even in a virtual setting—can enhance the emotional well-being and quality of life for older adults living with dementia.
Jul 29, 2025
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