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This pilot study aims to evaluate the efficacy and usability of a Virtual Reality serious game for adolescents with social anxiety disorder in resource-constrained settings.

May 20, 2026Journal of Enabling Technologies

Enabling accessible social anxiety care: a pilot study of a virtual reality serious game in a resource-constrained public health setting

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TPTimothy John PattiasinaState University of Malang HRHarits Ar RosyidState University of Malang AHAnik Nur HandayaniState University of Malang

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Randomized trial demonstrates greater symptom reduction for social anxiety using a VR game in adolescents, indicating promise for broader application.

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This pilot study aims to evaluate the efficacy and usability of a Virtual Reality serious game for adolescents with social anxiety disorder in resource-constrained settings.
Randomized pilot trial conducted with 20 adolescents assigned to standard CBT or VR-supported CBT.
Efficacy measured through LSAS and SPIN scales, along with usability metrics and behavioral tracking.
Mixed-methods approach utilized for comprehensive data gathering.
VR-supported intervention resulted in significant symptom reduction (LSAS: p < 0.001, η2 = 0.75; SPIN: p = 0.004, η2 = 0.40).
In-game engagement predicted clinical gains (p = 0.047).
Usability testing confirmed high relevance and accessibility for adolescents.

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Pattiasina et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a0d5089f03e14405aa9c728 https://doi.org/10.1108/jet-12-2025-0096

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Randomized trial demonstrates greater symptom reduction for social anxiety using a VR game in adolescents, indicating promise for broader application.

Enabling accessible social anxiety care: a pilot study of a virtual reality serious game in a resource-constrained public health setting

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