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February 11, 2026Journal of Palliative Medicine

“I Don’t Get to Feel This Good Very Often:” Virtual Reality Intervention for Veterans Receiving End-of-Life Care

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MGMegan GatelySSSteven D. ShirkACAnastasia Canell

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Overview

Mixed methods study explores VR's impact on psychological well-being for veterans in hospice care, suggesting positive emotional outcomes.

Key Points

  • The research aims to evaluate the feasibility and effects of virtual reality (VR) on veterans receiving hospice and palliative care (HPC).
  • Mixed methods study design
  • Participants included 25 veterans with complex medical and psychiatric issues
  • Data collected included self-reported pain, well-being, and session feedback
  • 91% of participants reported enjoyment of the VR sessions
  • 90% expressed a willingness to participate again
  • VR travel experiences were the most popular, aiding in reminiscence
  • Feedback indicated improvements in anxiety, mood, and reduced feelings of boredom

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Gately et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/698c1bef267fb587c655dfcdhttps://doi.org/10.1177/10966218261421071
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