NHS to Offer Virtual Reality Therapy for Agoraphobia

People with agoraphobia are set to be offered virtual reality (VR) therapy on the NHS to help them overcome their fear of leaving the house. Lifelike 3D images appear in front of the user, giving them the feeling of really being there. Research has shown that exposure to these scenarios in a safe environment helps reduce anxiety, and NHS watchdogs have approved the landmark treatment for wider use by doctors.