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Virtual reality nature scenes ease pain sensitivity, especially with strong sense of presence

Immersing in virtual reality (VR) nature scenes helped relieve symptoms that are often seen in people living with long-term pain, with those who felt more present experiencing the strongest effects.
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Police agencies turn to virtual reality to improve split-second decision-making

Police departments across the country are turning to virtual reality training to help officers make split-second decisions in difficult, and sometimes dangerous, situations. The goal is to help ...
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VR nature scenes reduce sensitivity to pain – especially for those who feel present during the experience

Immersing in virtual reality (VR) nature scenes helped relieve symptoms that are often seen in people living with long-term pain, with those who felt more present experiencing the strongest effects. A ...
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Pain relief without pills? VR nature scenes trigger the brain’s healing switch

Stepping into a virtual forest or waterfall scene through VR could be the future of pain management. A new study shows that immersive virtual nature dramatically reduces pain sensitivity almost as ...