A pilot study of virtual reality for inpatients with opioid use disorder

CONCLUSIONS: This pilot study supports the feasibility and preliminary effectiveness of 3DTT for improving outcomes for inpatients with OUD. Future randomized controlled trials are necessary to evaluate the efficacy of 3DTT for improving retention, reducing cravings, and improving mood and tension.SCIENTIFIC SIGNIFICANCE: This is the first study to evaluate the feasibility of a psychologically informed VR intervention in inpatients with OUD.PMID:38430207 | DOI:10.1111/ajad.13526

Source: American Journal on Addictions - March 2, 2024 Category: Addiction Authors: Herbert J Greenwald Amy Berger Ronan L H Wilson Daniel J Greenwald Eileen Lannon Phyllis Johnson-Smith Brandon G Bergman Timothy E Wilens Source Type: research