Mental Health Virtual Reality - by Jessica Stone (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Thorough review of how virtual reality technology is transforming the field of mental health

MHVR: The Power of Immersive Worlds is an expansive and highly insightful exploration into the integration of virtual reality (VR) within the spectrum of mental health offerings. This book is not merely a collection of research and examples; it is a journey through the evolution of VR, tracing its origins from visionary fiction to a substantial, transformative tool in mental health therapy.

Written in a modular format with case studies included throughout, this book features contributions from well-known names in the fields of mental health and technology. Readers will learn about:

• How VR can help clients "paint a picture" during therapy, such as with the help of the Apple Vision Pro and similar devices
• Various applications of VR in the field of mental health, from suicide assessment, treatment, and prevention, to addiction, to trauma therapy in warzones
• Hygiene practices in cybersecurity and data management to keep client data private, safe, and secure

MHVR: The Power of Immersive Worlds earns a well-deserved spot on the bookshelves of all mental health professionals seeking state-of-the-art knowledge to help improve patient outcomes, as well as all curious individuals seeking to understand more about the latest VR developments and how they can be used to change the world for the better.

From the Back Cover

Harness the power of virtual reality technology to improve mental health outcomes

In MHVR: The Power of Immersive Worlds, well-known names in the fields of mental health and technology explore the integration of virtual reality (VR) within the spectrum of mental health offerings, tracing its origins from visionary fiction to a substantial, transformative tool in mental health therapy.

Written in a modular format with case studies included throughout, this book discusses fundamentals, ethical and privacy considerations, best-use environments, and how different populations can interact with VR.

Readers will learn about topics including safeguarding cognitive freedom in virtual realms, applications of VR in suicide assessment, treatment, and prevention, addiction, and trauma therapy in warzones, how VR can help clients "paint a picture" during therapy such as with the help of the devices, and essential hygiene practices in cybersecurity and data management to keep client data private, safe, and secure.

MHVR: The Power of Immersive Worlds is an essential read for mental health professionals looking for state-of-the-art research and expert insight on VR, a powerful new technology that has the potential to drastically help improve mental health patient outcomes when used correctly.

About the Author

Jessica Stone, PhD, RPT-S, is a licensed psychologist working in a private practice setting in Colorado. She has been a practitioner, professor, presenter, mentor, and author for more than 25 years. She has a particular interest in therapeutic digital tools, specifically virtual reality, tablets, and consoles.