Plain-English translation of NCT05319509 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
Read our Anxiety research guide →This study doesn't follow the usual testing phases — it may be an observational study or a different type of research.
This is a pilot study testing whether virtual reality (VR) therapy can help college students manage anxiety. Over three weeks, you would complete six VR sessions designed to help reduce anxiety symptoms and boost your confidence in academic work. The researchers want to see if this shorter, focused approach is practical and acceptable for students.
Many college students struggle with anxiety, but traditional mental health treatments can be hard to access or fit into a busy schedule. This study is exploring whether the new treatment—delivered through virtual reality—could be a faster, more accessible option for reducing anxiety in this population.
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You would attend six virtual reality therapy sessions spread over three weeks. During each session, you would wear a VR headset and participate in guided exercises designed to help manage anxiety. Before, during, and after the study, you would also complete questionnaires about your anxiety levels and how confident you feel academically.
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United States
Sponsor
The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston
Enrollment target
~100 participants
Started
April 2022
Primary completion
April 2027
Age range
18 Years – 30 Years
Last updated on clinicaltrials.gov in June 2025.
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Central contact
Tsai Jack, PhD
The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston
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