VR Therapy Tackles Cocaine Addiction
| The Guardian |
A virtual reality (VR) therapy is being explored in the UK to address cocaine addiction and potentially help reduce drug overdose rates. This approach leverages immersive VR environments to provide users with realistic simulations that expose them to cues that might trigger cravings. The aim is to help users manage and overcome their addictions in a controlled and safe setting.
Read More – https://www.theguardian.com/science/2024/oct/18/virtual-reality-cocaine-addiction-uk-drug-overdoses
Image – A virtual bathroom created by King’s College London researchers. Illustration: Paolo Deluca
