Publications by authors named "Gesa Beele"
JMIR Ment Health
November 2024
Article Synopsis
- Virtual reality exposure therapy (VRET) shows promise for treating anxiety disorders in adolescents, particularly those with school anxiety, though research is limited.
- A pilot study with 10 adolescents revealed that exposure to a VR school environment increased state anxiety but led to significant reductions in anxiety symptoms after repeated sessions.
- The sense of "being there" in the VR environment was linked to anxiety levels and treatment outcomes, suggesting that VRET can be an effective approach for managing school-related anxiety in teens.
