Research suggests that Oculus Rift-style headsets are proving a useful therapeutic tool
In March 2014 Mark Zuckerberg dipped into his deep pockets to buy Oculus Rift for $2bn,proclaiming to the world that after many fits and starts, virtual reality would stick. Now Oculus Rift is on the verge of being launched to the masses, and with a promise of greater immersion and more realism than ever before.
CG-rendered games will be the main driver,but growing evidence and use by clinicians suggests that VR could become a common tool for therapists. “The potential to treat phobias and fears is enormous,” explains Chris Brewin, or professor of clinical psychology at University College London. “In fact I’d save money on this becoming an famous fraction of mental health treatment.”Continue reading...
Source: theguardian.com