Efficacy of a blended, mobile-based intervention with integrated virtual reality exposure therapy for panic disorder and agoraphobia: a pilot randomized controlled trial
Pilot randomized controlled trial shows significant remission in panic disorder and agoraphobia, suggesting virtual reality may enhance mobile therapy.
Key Points
Participants in the virtual reality exposure therapy group showed a significantly higher remission rate at follow-up.
A mixed-effects ANOVA revealed significant symptom reduction over time, with a notable effect size.
Patients received either guided mobile intervention with virtual reality or stress education sessions as control.
The study highlights the value of combining clinician evaluations with self-reported outcomes for comprehensive assessment.