OxfordVR has announced a successful new virtual reality therapy for patients with mental illnesses such as schizophrenia and mood disorders with psychotic symptoms.
The technology, dubbed gameChangeVR, has users guided by a virtual coach for 6 weeks through safe and immersive cognitive behavioral therapy. According to a company press release, the therapy reduced avoidance and distress, improved paranoia and enhanced quality of life when used in conjunction with standard of care drug therapy.
“We are delighted that gameChange has produced excellent results for people with some of the most