# VR Speech Training Apps VirtualSpeech Puts Users in Realistic Public Speaking Scenarios By Joey Haar | Published 2017-12-08 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/virtualspeech References: [virtualspeech](https://virtualspeech.com/) Communication is essential in any walk of life, and the VirtualSpeech app is a platform that makes use of VR to train people and help them improve their skills. Whether for public speaking, business events, or simply everyday conversation, VirtualSpeech puts people in the heart of realistic scenarios to give them the exposure they need. It's long been theorized that exposing oneself to a fearful concept or scenario is the best way to overcome that fear, and such exposure's use in treating things like PTSD show that there's merit to it. VirtualSpeech is thus a great way to overcomeo one's [fear of presenting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/speakhints). Further, the app provides a [realistic training ground](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wiseworld) where users can get repetitions in preparation for the speech itself. It's like the presenters version of a scrimmage. Beyond scenarios for things like conference presentations and board meetings, VirtualSpeech also offers things like [interviews](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/parrotprepai), wedding speeches, class lessons, and regular conversations. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 6% | Activity: 25% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **VR Speech Training:** Using virtual reality technology to provide immersive speech training experiences for individuals. - **Realistic Scenarios:** Creating virtual environments that closely mimic real-life situations to help users practice and improve their communication skills. - **Exposure Therapy:** Applying the concept of exposure therapy through virtual reality to help individuals overcome their fear of public speaking. ### Where This Applies - **Education and Training:** Virtual reality speech training apps can be used in educational institutions and training programs to enhance communication skills. - **Professional Development:** Companies can incorporate virtual reality speech training apps into their professional development programs to help employees become more effective communicators. - **Mental Health and Therapy:** Virtual reality speech training apps can be used as a tool in therapy sessions to help individuals with social anxiety or speech-related fears. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Advanced Speech Coach Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-coaching-app.md) - [Phobia-Fighting VR Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ovrcome.md) - [AI Interview Simulations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vels.md) - [Immersive Language-Learning Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/english-learning.md) - [AI English Fluency Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vocaloai.md) - [Immersive Language Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/noun-town.md) - [Conversation Training Engines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tough-tongue-ai.md) - [AI-Enhanced Virtual Reality Therapies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/virtual-reality-therapy.md) - [VR-Powered Therapy Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rey-1.md)