Table 1. Overview of VR Education and Training Program.
Session | Objective | Related VR program |
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1 (T1) | Evaluate one’s stress level by learning the concept of stress and social readjustment | Stress management, coping with stress (25 mins) |
2 (T2) | After cognitive training on mentalization, apply the tools to real-life situations. Explore the development of mentalization ability through attachment relationships | Attachment and mentalization (15 mins) |
3 (T3) | Identify the causes and consequences of emotions and the obstacles that make it difficult to recognize emotion | Emotional control training 1/2 (22 mins) |
4 (T4) | Recognize emotions and learn how to change to a positive attitude | Emotional control training 3/4 (24 mins) |
5 (T5) | Embrace difficult moments and train methods of relaxation for enduring painful situations. Enhance interpersonal communication training | Enduring a difficult moment 1/2/3, communication training (26 mins) |
6 (T6) | Be aware of thoughts and feelings through VR and practice how to focus on the here and now | Mindfulness skills training (20 mins) |
VR, virtual reality.
Treatment goals and related VR programs for each of the six treatment sessions.