By lowering barriers to entry, conversational AI could play a vital role in reaching young people who might otherwise face long waits or go untreated.

People with chronic diseases tend to experience more mental health issues than their peers without these health conditions. Mental health chatbots offer a potential source of mental health support for people with chronic diseases.

By harnessing realistic environments and patient-specific scenarios, virtual reality can help first responders process traumatic experiences and move toward recovery with greater confidence.

This growing body of evidence positions VR as more than a novel tool for exposure-based therapies. By lowering barriers to participation and increasing realism, VR offers an effective way to reduce symptoms and restore quality of life for those living with debilitating fears.