Virtual reality treats fear of heights

Virtual reality (VR) effectively treats acrophobia, the intense fear of heights, by safely simulating high-altitude environments. This method, called virtual reality exposure therapy (VRET), allows patients to gradually confront their phobia through immersive experiences like standing on a virtual skyscraper. Early studies from the 1990s, including a 1995 trial, showed significant fear reduction after just a few sessions, helping many tolerate real heights better.