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Recreating The World With Virtual Reality Therapy
Virtual reality therapy (VRT) uses specially programmed computers, visual immersion devices and artificially created environments to give the patient a simulated experience
It's not widely prevalent in the UK but VRT has been used to treat PTSD in other countries for some time.
Now researchers in America have found an unlikely drug that they think will make the treatment much more effective.
But elsewhere in the country, scientists have begun experimenting with other uses of virtual reality to create a whole new species of therapist...
Earlier last year meanwhile, Kate Wathall took a look at how VR is used to help train medics in the British armed forces.
If you think you or a loved one might be suffering from symptoms of PTSD, contact either of the charities below.
PTSD Resolution
Help line and enquiries: 0300 302 0551
Email: [email protected]
Combat Stress
24hr Helpline: 0800 138 1619
General Enquiries: 01372 587 000
Email: [email protected]
NHS Veterans' Healthcare
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