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[Virtual reality in mental health].
Andrés J Roussos1, Malena Braun, Joaquín Asiain
1Universidad de Belgrano. Laboratorio de Investigación en Psicología y Tecnologías de la Información y la Comunicación (Lipstic). ajroussos@gmail.com.
Vertex (Buenos Aires, Argentina)
|January 4, 2019
Summary
Virtual reality (VR) technology offers innovative therapeutic tools for mental health disorders, tracing its history and exploring current applications. This review discusses VR
Area of Science:
- Psychiatry
- Psychology
- Computer Science
Background:
- Virtual Reality (VR) has evolved significantly from its early conceptualizations.
- Its potential in therapeutic interventions is increasingly recognized.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a historical overview of virtual reality devices.
- To detail the characteristics, structure, and applications of VR in mental health.
- To discuss current uses and limitations of VR in treating mental health disorders.
Main Methods:
- Historical review of virtual reality technology development.
- Analysis of current literature on virtual reality applications in mental health treatment.
- Discussion of methodological and technical challenges.
Main Results:
- Virtual reality devices have a rich history, evolving in design and functionality.
- VR is currently applied in treating various mental health conditions.
- Significant limitations and challenges remain in VR implementation.
Conclusions:
- Virtual reality presents a promising avenue for mental health treatment.
- Further research and technological advancements are needed to overcome existing limitations.
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