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VR Therapy for PTSD and Anxiety - Dr. Barbara Rothbaum – HPP 89
VR Therapy for PTSD and Anxiety - Dr. Barbara Rothbaum – HPP 89
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Length:
46 minutes
Released:
Mar 3, 2021
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Podcast episode
Description
Countless technological breakthroughs with mental healthcare applications have been made in the last couple of decades. Thanks to the tireless efforts made by Barbara Rothbaum, PhD, ABP and other researchers, virtual reality (VR) is now a viable option for the treatment of PTSD and anxiety conditions. In today’s episode, Dr. Rothbaum discusses the revolutionary treatment of virtual reality for PTSD and phobias, how the technology works, what you need to know to get started as a therapist, and the future implications for the practice of psychotherapy. Show notes: Virtual Reality as a Therapeutic Intervention - 05:26 Treatment Indications for VR - 08:35 Veterans and PTSD - 12:24 Applications for Sexual Trauma - 16:44 Exposure Therapy With Virtual Reality - 22:32 VR and Teletherapy - 30:48 What Therapists Need to Know to Get Started - 41:49 To learn more about Dr. Barbara Rothbaum: http://www.psychiatry.emory.edu/faculty/rothbaum_barbara.html https://news.emory.edu/tags/expert/barbara_rothbaum/index.html *** How you can help others in a big way... If you enjoy the Higher Practice Podcast, please leave a quick review on the Apple Podcast app. It makes a big difference in getting the word out to other people who will benefit from this podcast. Simply, click on the show on your podcast app>scroll down to the bottom of all the episodes>in the ratings and reviews section tap stars to rate>click write a review. Want more? For show notes and more information, visit https://psychiatryinstitute.com/podcast/ Sign up for our newsletter and to receive ongoing information for optimal mental health: email.psychiatryinstitute.com If you’re a provider visit https://psychiatryinstitute.com/ If you’re interested in patient care visit: www.psychiatrycenters.com For provider education reach out to: info@psychiatryinstitute.com For patient care reach out to: info@psychiatrycenters.com
Released:
Mar 3, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode
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