Tests virtual reality therapy for social anxiety in adults with autism
Tests virtual reality therapy for social anxiety in autistic adults.
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Registry title: Application of Virtual Reality Technology to Treatment of Social Anxiety
Key facts
- Where
- Houston, United StatesSee the site
Where in United States
- The University of Texas Health Science Center at HoustonHouston, United StatesTaking people
Questions to ask the study team
- How often do I need to come in, and for how long each time?
- Are travel costs paid?
- Can I keep my own doctor?
- What happens if I want to stop?
Trial details
- Who runs it
- The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston
- Trial code
- NCT06845488
- Record updated
- 15 July 2025
- Original description
The purpose of this study is to compare CBT VR exposure + VR social skills treatment to CBT Imaginal exposure + mindfulness, in reducing the severity of social anxiety in adults with autism and social anxiety (SA), to identify characteristics associated with benefitting from the CBT-VR treatment and to assess acceptability and feasibility of the VR intervention for patients receiving it and use findings to improve methods and to prepare for a community based pragmatic trial.Read full original descriptionShow less
Application of Virtual Reality Technology to Treatment of Social Anxiety
The purpose of this study is to compare CBT VR exposure + VR social skills treatment to CBT Imaginal exposure + mindfulness, in reducing the severity of social anxiety in adults with autism and social anxiety (SA), to identify characteristics associated with benefitting from the CBT-VR treatment and to assess acceptability and feasibility of the VR intervention for patients receiving it and use findings to improve methods and to prepare for a community based pragmatic trial.
Inclusion: Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) (diagnosed by a qualified professional); verbal and literate in English or Spanish; average or greater intellectual ability, based on history and interview; able to operate a computer (Windows or Mac).
Exclusion: current or historical severe mental illness such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or severe depression; intellectual disability or a learning disability that would interfere with participating (e.g., unable to read); unable use the technology or do not have access to the technology; unable to read.