Comforting a virtual 'child' can help people with depression

Virtual reality isn't just fun -- it could also have more practical uses. From the diagnosis of Alzheimer's to interacting with medical data, VR is being used in increasingly innovative ways. Now, a study from UCL and the University of Barcelona have found that an immersive virtual reality therapy could help people with depression be less critical about themselves -- reducing depressive symptoms. By: Emily Reynolds, Continue reading...