# Computer Aided Healing Virtual Reality Exposure Therapy Assists With PTSD Treatments By Katie Cordrey | Published 2010-01-25 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/virtual-reality-exposure-therapy References: [bit.ly](http://bit.ly/7qhaVR) & [army.mil](http://www.army.mil/-news/2010/01/19/33128-virtual-reality-exposure-therapy-to-combat-ptsd/) [Virtual Reality Exposure Therapy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/virtual-therapy-services) is an interactive computer simulation that allows behavioral health providers to expose PTSD patients to a traumatic environment in order to [treat anxiety and post-traumatic stress](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/resets-ai-journalism). The VRET is undergoing clinical trial using active-duty military personnel diagnosed with combat-related PTSD in order to compare the efficacy of the VRET treatment against other methodologies. If successful, the technology may have other service-related applications. Similar technology has been used with [9/11 survivors](http://www.hitl.washington.edu/projects/ptsd/), to treat [phobias](http://www.hitl.washington.edu/projects/exposure/) and [manage pain](http://www.hitl.washington.edu/projects/waterfriendlyvr/). The video shows a similar research program in the UK. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 10% | Activity: 85% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/computers) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Virtual Reality Exposure Therapy:** Using VR technology to treat PTSD and anxiety by exposing patients to traumatic environments. - **Clinical Trial for VRET:** Conducting trials with military personnel diagnosed with combat-related PTSD to evaluate the effectiveness of VRET treatment. - **Expanded Applications of VRET:** Exploring the potential of VRET technology for other service-related applications. ### Where This Applies - **Behavioral Health:** Opportunity for innovative solutions in the field of mental health and therapy using VR technology. - **Military:** Potential disruptive applications of VRET for assisting military personnel in managing PTSD and anxiety. - **Medical Technology:** Integration of VR technology in healthcare for treating PTSD, anxiety, and other mental health conditions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [VR-Based Chronic Pain Treatments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chronic-pain-treatments.md) - [PTSD-Aiding Wearable Technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bio-ware.md) - [VR-Powered Therapy Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rey-1.md) - [VR-Powered Therapeutic Treatments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vrpowered-therapeutic-treatments.md) - [Gamified VR Therapy Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/behavr.md) - [Healing VR Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/healing-vr-experiences.md) - [Back Pain-Focused VR Therapy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/appliedvr.md) - [Phobia-Fighting VR Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ovrcome.md) - [VR Physiotherapy Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superhero-therapy.md)