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This groundbreaking study by researchers in Italy explores an innovative intervention combining virtual reality and positive psychology techniques to improve mental well-being in patients with chronic respiratory diseases during hospitalization.
The research tested a two-week program using immersive virtual reality relaxation sessions integrated with "savoring" exercises—a technique that helps people recognize and amplify positive experiences. Forty-five hospitalized patients with various chronic respiratory conditions participated, with one group experiencing VR garden scenarios followed by guided positive memory exercises, while a control group listened to relaxing music.
The study demonstrates how cutting-edge technology can address the often-overlooked psychological burden of chronic respiratory diseases. By helping patients reconnect with positive memories and emotions during treatment, this intervention offers a promising complement to traditional pulmonary rehabilitation programs, potentially improving both immediate hospital experiences and long-term mental health outcomes.
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