Virtual reality program to help students handle bullying
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This program uses virtual reality to help middle school students build confidence and deal with bullying situations. It's designed for kids in 5th and 6th grade who want to learn how to handle tough social situations in a safe and fun way.
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Who can take part
- You must be in the 5th or 6th grade.
- Both you and a parent or guardian must agree to take part.
- You should not have certain health issues like epilepsy, seizures, severe motion sickness, or balance problems (these can be made worse by virtual reality).
- This program uses virtual reality (a headset that shows computer-generated worlds), so you need to be able to use it safely.
- You should not have a severe mental health condition (like psychosis, PTSD, or suicidal thoughts) that could make participation difficult.
- You should not already be in another bullying prevention program at school.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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