The Green Room: Virtual Nature for Mental Well-being in the Acute Psychiatry Ward (NCT07655063) | Clinical Trial Compass
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The Green Room: Virtual Nature for Mental Well-being in the Acute Psychiatry Ward
Spain120 participantsStarted 2026-06-10
Plain-language summary
This study evaluates the feasibility, acceptability and clinical impact of a virtual reality (VR)- based nature intervention in an acute psychiatric inpatient unit. Participants are randomly assigned to recieve VR nature sessions (using Nature Treks VR on Meta Quest 3) in addition to standard care, or standard care alone. The primary outcome is change in percieved stress (PSS-19) from admission to discharge. The study uses a mixed-methods design combining randomized controlled trial with a qualitative phase.
Who can participate
Age range
18 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:
Adults aged 18 to 65 years. Admitted to the Acute Psychiatry Ward (regardless of voluntary or involuntary legal status).
Sufficient cognitive and clinical stability to provide informed consent and engage with the VR equipment, as determined by the clinical team.
Ability to communicate effectively in Spanish.
Exclusion Criteria:
History of photosensitive epilepsy or severe seizure disorders. Presence of active facial injuries, infections, or skin conditions that prevent the hygienic use of the VR headset.
Pre-existing severe vertigo, balance disorders, or high susceptibility to motion sickness.
Acute clinical state involving high risk of agitation or behavioral dysregulation that could compromise participant or equipment safety.
Severe visual or hearing impairments that cannot be corrected and would hinder the VR experience.
Patients who have previously participated in the study during a prior admission are not eligible for re-enrolment.
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?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
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
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Change in Perceived Stress Scale-10 (PSS-10) score
Timeframe: From admission (baseline) to discharge (average 2-3 weeks)