Virtual Reality Simulation for Psychiatric Nursing Decision-Making
Official title: The Effectiveness of Virtual Reality Simulation in Psychiatric Nursing Students and Its Impact on Their Confidence and Anxiety Levels in Clinical Decision-Making: A Randomized Controlled Study
Run by Istanbul Arel University · NCT07663851 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study tests whether a schizophrenia-focused virtual reality simulation helps psychiatric nursing students make better clinical decisions and feel more confident, while easing worry before and during clinical practice.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years to 23 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 32 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Istanbul Arel University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Istanbul) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | March 1, 2026 |
| Main results expected | June 30, 2026 |
| Study ends | July 1, 2026 |
| Registry record updated | June 23, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT07663851 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates are second- or third-year psychiatric nursing students enrolled in the course who have not previously used virtual reality simulation in this context and are regular class attendees.
✕Probably not a fit
Students who have prior VR experience in psychiatric training or who do not engage with the VR sessions may not experience a benefit.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This randomized controlled trial compares a schizophrenia-focused virtual reality simulation added to the usual psychiatric nursing curriculum against standard theoretical and clinical training. The intervention group experiences interactive VR scenarios twice—at the start and mid-term of the academic term—followed by small-group debriefings, while the control group follows traditional lectures and clinical practice alone. Outcomes are measured at three time points using scales for clinical decision-making, self-confidence, anxiety, and simulation effectiveness, along with participant demographics. The study targets second- or third-year undergraduate psychiatric nursing students enrolled in a Turkish university, with outcomes including decision-making skills, confidence, and anxiety related to clinical practice.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, the approach could improve nursing students' decision-making abilities and confidence when treating patients with mental illness.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research in health education has shown mixed results, with some VR simulations improving skills and confidence, while others show limited or context-specific benefits.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * To be registered for the Psychiatric Nursing course in the 2024-2025 spring semester, * To be taking the Psychiatric Nursing course for the first time, * To attend the course regularly, * Not to have received any training with virtual reality simulation within the scope of the Psychiatric Nursing course before, * Not to have practiced in a Mental Health and Diseases clinic before Exclusion Criteria: * Not registered for a Psychiatric Nursing course. * Having previously taken a Psychiatric Nursing course. * Not attending class regularly. * Having previously received training with a schizophrenia simulation. * Having previously practiced in a Mental Health and Diseases clinic.
Where it's running
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Istanbul Arel University
Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye) Recruiting
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Arzu DİKİCİ, Dr.
- Email: arzudikici@arel.edu.tr
- Phone: 0530 037 21 80
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.