Online Versions of Single Session Virtual Reality (VR) Therapy and EMDR Flash Therapy on the Trea… (NCT06758635) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Online Versions of Single Session Virtual Reality (VR) Therapy and EMDR Flash Therapy on the Treatment of Flying Fear
Turkey (Türkiye)89 participantsStarted 2023-12-15
Plain-language summary
The purpose of this experimental study is to explore effectiveness of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy based Virtual Reality Therapy and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy based Flash Technique compared to psychoeducation only group through developing one session online protocols. Follow up will be performed one month after the intervention.
Accordingly, 89 people who applied voluntarily were divided into three groups randomly:
1. psychoeducation and Virtual reality therapy
2. Flash technique
3. psychoeducation-only.
All participants were given a set of scales consisting:
1. The Clinical Global Impressions Scale
2. FAM (Flight Anxiety Modality Questionnaire),
3. FAS (Flight Anxiety Situations Questionnaire), and
4. Visual Analogue Flight Anxiety Scale (VAFAS), to assess the level of fear of flying before and one month after the treatment.
This work was supported by the Research Fund of Ibn Haldun University. Project Name: Online Single Session Virtual Reality Therapy Programme for Fear of Flying. Project Number: 2238.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years – 65 Years
Sex
ALL
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AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.
Inclusion Criteria:
* Between the ages of 18-65
* clinical diagnosis of fear of flying
Exclusion Criteria:
risk of suicide or self-harm,
* psychosis,
* pregnancy
* PTSD,
* recent changes for psychotropic medicine use,
* current receipt of therapy about flying phobia
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1This trial compared online VR therapy and EMDR Flash therapy for fear of flying, and it's already completed — would my doctor be able to access the results to help us decide if either of these approaches is worth trying for my situation?
2Since this study measured outcomes using something called the FAS and FAM tests as well as an actual flight, can my doctor explain what those measures tell us about how meaningful the improvements were in real life, not just on a questionnaire?
3This trial was done entirely online — if either VR therapy or EMDR Flash therapy showed promise, does my doctor know of in-person or clinician-supervised versions I could access, and would those be safer or more effective for me?
4Because this study has no listed phase, it was likely focused on feasibility or comparing approaches rather than proving one treatment works — does my doctor think the evidence is strong enough to act on, or should I consider a more established treatment like traditional exposure therapy first?
5The trial involved an actual flight as part of measuring success — given my own level of fear and any other health considerations I have, is my doctor comfortable recommending I pursue either of these therapies, and what support would be in place if I find the process too distressing?'
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Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
1
FAS Test
Timeframe: From enrollment to the end of the follow up at 4 weeks
2
VAFAS
Timeframe: From enrollment to the end of the follow up at 4 weeks
3
FAM Test
Timeframe: From enrollment to the end of the follow up at 4 weeks
4
Actual flight
Timeframe: From enrollment to the end of the follow up at 4 weeks