Virtual art therapy to help intensive care patients recover
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether using virtual art therapy (art created or viewed through a computer or VR headset) can help patients in the intensive care unit feel calmer, less anxious, and recover better physically and emotionally. You would participate while recovering in the ICU.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older
- You are currently in an intensive care unit (ICU)
- You do not have a medical condition that causes dizziness or vertigo
- You are alert and aware enough to participate (score of 14+ on a consciousness scale)
- You are willing to try virtual art therapy activities
- You do not have a diagnosed psychiatric condition
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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