Metaverse enables personalized immersive therapy for anxiety, depression, PTSD, requiring collaboration addressing technical, ethical, research limitations.
Authors
Mohit Yadav, Professor, Jindal Global Business School, O.P. Jindal Global University, Sonipat, Haryana, India
Ashutosh Pandey, FORE School of Management, New Delhi, India
Nisha Gaur, Gautam Buddha University, India
Xuan-Hoa Nghiem, International School, Vietnam National University, Hanoi, Vietnam
Summary
This study investigates the potential of the metaverse as a therapeutic platform for individuals with anxiety, depression, and PTSD. Through expert interviews, the research explored the feasibility, challenges, and opportunities of metaverse-based interventions. Findings indicate that the metaverse offers a promising avenue for personalized and immersive therapeutic experiences. However, technical limitations, ethical considerations, and the need for rigorous research emerged as critical factors. The study contributes to the growing body of knowledge on technology-assisted mental health care, emphasizing the importance of collaboration between mental health professionals, technologists, and policymakers in realizing the metaverse’s full potential.
Published in: Examining the Metaverse in Healthcare: Opportunities, Challenges, and Future Directions
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