The Effect Of Virtual Reality Glasses On The Behavior Of Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder

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Conditions studied: Autism Spectrum Disorder

In brief

The aim of this study is to determine whether the use of virtual reality glasses showing an immersive video simulation of the dental visit will help decrease anxiety at future appointments by decreasing the element of surprise and increasing the patient's familiarity and comfort level with a specific dental practice environment.

Key facts

Study ID

NCT03853265

Run by

Virginia Commonwealth University

People needed

5

Starts

2019-10-23

Expected to finish

2020-02-17

Last updated by the study team

2020-11-09

Who can join

Age: 5 and older, up to 25. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: not accepted.

You may qualify if…

• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

You may not qualify if…

• No specific diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
• Limited English Proficiency
• Existing patient of VCU Department of Pediatric Dentistry
• Parent/guardian determination that child would not be avle to tolerate immersive simulation with VR glasses

Where it is running

• Virginia Commonwealth University — Richmond, Virginia, United States

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