Using virtual reality to help manage stress and sleep issues

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study explores the use of a virtual reality application called VRelax to help individuals manage stress and sleep disturbances associated with mental health conditions. Participants will undergo a series of assessments, including physical measurements and psychological evaluations, before using the VRelax application. They will wear devices to monitor physiological parameters and complete online questionnaires to track their progress over two weeks. The goal is to determine if virtual reality relaxation exercises can effectively reduce stress and improve sleep quality in patients with mental health issues.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Currently receiving treatment for burn-out, anxiety disorder, bipolar disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, depressive disorder and/or psychotic disorder.
* Complaints of stress and/or sleep disturbances as reported by patient or therapist
* Age \> 18

Exclusion Criteria:

* Individuals with a DSM-5 classification of substance use disorder
* Individuals with photosensitive epilepsy with seizure in the past year or organic brain damage
* Individuals with insufficient command of Dutch language
* Individuals with intellectual disability (estimated IQ \< 70)

Where it's running

• Mediant
  Enschede, Netherlands Recruiting
• Forte GGZ
  Groningen, Netherlands Recruiting
• Lentis
  Groningen, Netherlands Recruiting
• Umcg
  Groningen, Netherlands Recruiting
• Argo GGZ
  Lochem, Netherlands Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Catheleine van Driel — University Medical Center Groningen
• Study coordinator: Lisanne Robbemond, MSc
• Email: l.m.robbemond@umcg.nl
• Phone: +315036114367

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.