Cinematic Virtual Reality Intervention for Improving Psychosocial Functioning in Individuals With… (NCT07326618) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Cinematic Virtual Reality Intervention for Improving Psychosocial Functioning in Individuals With Schizophrenia
Turkey (Türkiye)37 participantsStarted 2023-04-12
Plain-language summary
Virtual reality (VR) is a novel and innovative intervention method increasingly used in psychiatric research and treatment. VR allows individuals to experience realistic, everyday social situations in a safe and controlled environment. This study aims to examine the effects of a cinematic VR-based psychosocial intervention on individuals with schizophrenia who experience reduced psychosocial functioning and social isolation.
In this study, a Cinematic Virtual Reality Treatment Program (cVR-PTP) consisting of 12 weekly sessions was developed. Each session focuses on real-life social situations designed to support social interaction and daily functioning. The intervention aims to contribute to improvements in psychosocial functioning, social engagement, and overall functioning in individuals with schizophrenia.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years – 55 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Clinical stability over the past 12 weeks
* No changes in antipsychotic medication during last 6 monhts
* Having a score ≤70 on the PSP and and ≤61 on the Social and Occupational Functioning Assessment Scale (SOFAS)
Exclusion Criteria:
* Experienced a psychotic episode or suicide attempt in the past 12 weeks
* Received electroconvulsive therapy in the past 6 months
* Having a diagnosis of a serious physical or neurological disorder that could impact clinical functioning or sensory systems (visual or auditory), alcohol or substance use disorder, intellectual disability, or a history of epilepsy
* Participants with an identified suicide risk, self-harm tendencies, or violent behavior
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.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
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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.