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Virtual Reality Exposure Simulation for Student Veteran Social Anxiety and PTSD: A Case Study.

Mark H Trahan¹, Richard H Morley¹, Erica E Nason¹

¹School of Social Work, Texas State University, 601 University Blvd., Encino Hall #158, San Marcos, TX 78666 USA.

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Mobile virtual reality exposure therapy (VRET) shows promise for treating social anxiety disorder and PTSD in student veterans. This study found a mobile VRET grocery store simulation reduced symptoms and improved neurological connectivity.

Keywords:

Exposure therapy PTSD Simulation Social anxiety Virtual reality

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Area of Science:

Psychology
Neuroscience
Virtual Reality Technology

Background:

Exposure-based therapies are standard for anxiety and PTSD.
Virtual Reality Exposure Therapy (VRET) offers repeated exposure but requires in-office equipment.
Mobile VRET presents a potentially more accessible alternative.

Purpose of the Study:

To evaluate the feasibility and outcomes of mobile VRET for a student veteran with social anxiety disorder and PTSD.
To explore the user experience and symptom changes associated with mobile VRET.

Main Methods:

An exploratory case study design was employed.
The participant completed twelve sessions of VRET using a mobile phone simulation of a virtual grocery store.
Outcomes included psychological symptom assessment, neurological connectivity, and sleep quality.

Main Results:

The participant reported a decrease in psychological symptoms.
Improvements in neurological connectivity were observed.
Enhanced sleep quality was reported post-intervention.

Conclusions:

Mobile VRET using a smartphone application is feasible for treating social anxiety disorder and PTSD.
Further research is warranted to validate the effectiveness of mobile VRET.
Mobile VRET may offer a viable intervention for social anxiety in student veterans.