Mental Health Virtual Reality

Harness the power of virtual reality technology to improve mental health outcomes In MHVR: The Power of Immersive Worlds, well-known names in the fields of mental health and technology explore the integration of virtual reality (VR) within the spectrum of mental health offerings, tracing its origins from visionary fiction to a substantial, transformative tool in mental health therapy. Written in a modular format with case studies included throughout, this book discusses fundamentals, ethical and privacy considerations, best-use environments, and how different populations can interact with VR. Readers will learn about topics including safeguarding cognitive freedom in virtual realms, applications of VR in suicide assessment, treatment, and prevention, addiction, and trauma therapy in warzones, how VR can help clients "paint a picture" during therapy such as with the help of the devices, and essential hygiene practices in cybersecurity and data management to keep client data private, safe, and secure. MHVR: The Power of Immersive Worlds is an essential read for mental health professionals looking for state-of-the-art research and expert insight on VR, a powerful new technology that has the potential to drastically help improve mental health patient outcomes when used correctly.