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  • Psychology
  • Digital Health
  • Virtual Reality

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  • Cognitive schemas, or personal constructs, significantly influence individual reality interpretation.
  • Persistent major depressive disorder and social phobia are prevalent in young adults.
  • The repertory grid technique provides a framework for understanding personal constructs.

Observation:

  • Explore Your Meanings (EYME) is a novel digital platform utilizing virtual reality (VR) for identity value exploration and internal conflict resolution.
  • The case study involved a 21-year-old female diagnosed with persistent major depressive disorder and social phobia.
  • Initial EYME sessions identified core dilemmas, such as the conflict between perceived selfishness and the desire for intelligence and self-confidence.

Findings:

  • VR visualization of personal constructs enabled the patient to recognize identity conflicts and inherent strengths, improving self-image.
  • Cognitive reframing interventions, including the introduction of "emotional intelligence," fostered a more nuanced self-perception.
  • A two-chair dialog technique facilitated the integration of polarized personality aspects, and subsequent sessions reinforced positive reinterpretations of behaviors.

Implications:

  • EYME demonstrates potential as an innovative therapeutic tool for addressing complex psychological issues in young adults.
  • Successful treatment outcomes suggest VR-based interventions can effectively target cognitive schemas and improve mental health.
  • The integration of personal construct psychology with digital VR technology offers a promising avenue for future mental health research and practice.