SynthesisScientific reports2025
Analyzing metaverse-based digital therapies, their effectiveness, and potential risks in mental healthcare.
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11 citing papers in PubMed.
- Virtual Nature, Metaverse, and NAD⁺: A Narrative Review for Health Planning and Healthy Ageing.Health science reports · 2026Article
- Redefining social support: a scoping review of the effects of digital technologies on the social support of older workers.BMC public health · 2026Article
- Metaverse-Based Psychiatric Consultation for Youths With Mental Health Conditions: Qualitative Descriptive Feasibility Study.JMIR XR and spatial computing · 2026Article
- Artificial Intelligence for Mental Health Monitoring: A Solution for Digital Behavioral Health Care and Education-An Umbrella Review.Health science reports · 2026Review
- Immersive metaverse art as a psychological intervention for depression and anxiety: a narrative review and multilevel model integrating engagement, cultural identity, and neurocognitive mechanisms.Frontiers in psychology · 2026Review
- Revolutionizing the way students learn photographic arts through experiential education using AI and AR systems.Scientific reports · 2025Article
- Advancing Mental Health Care: A Comprehensive Review of Digital Tools and Technologies for Enhancing Diagnosis, Treatment, and Wellness.Health care science · 2025Review
- Evaluating the Potential of Metaverse to Elicit Therapy-Related Emotions Among Individuals With Depression: Controlled Pilot Study of Cognitive and Emotional Responses.JMIR XR and spatial computing · 2025Article
- Future Directions in Anxiolytic Therapy: A Comprehensive Review of Novel Targets and Strategies.Current neurovascular research · 2025Review
- Community-based multisensory environments as preventive public health interventions for mental well-being in older adults: evidence from a large-scale study in China.Frontiers in public health · 2025Article
- Immersive futures in healthcare: A mapping review of review articles on the metaverse.Digital healthReview
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Abstract
The metaverse, defined as a collective virtual shared space created by the convergence of augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), and the Internet, offers new opportunities for mental healthcare by delivering immersive and engaging digital therapies. This study examines the current landscape of metaverse-based mental healthcare applications, analyzing their effectiveness and potential risks. Using a systematic literature review (SLR) and case study research, four digital therapeutic applications-NightWare, Freespira, EndeavorRx, and Sleepio-were evaluated for their ability to address conditions such as PTSD, anxiety, and ADHD. The results indicate that metaverse-based therapies can provide significant benefits, with clinical validation supporting their effectiveness. However, concerns around user privacy, accessibility, and long-term efficacy remain challenges. Overall, metaverse-based digital therapies represent a promising shift in mental healthcare, offering innovative, personalized, and scalable solutions. Further research is needed to address ethical issues, improve accessibility, and confirm the long-term impact of these interventions.
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