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Facing fears and phobias
Facing fears and phobias
Facing fears and phobias
Sunday 5th January 2020
Discover how virtual reality is helping people overcome phobias in this episode of 'All In The Mind' featuring insights from clinical psychologist Corrie Ackland.
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Get the buttons here!Virtual Reality: A New Frontier in Conquering Phobias
And that problem means that part of the therapy process is helping to get the decision making part of the brain to talk to and to begin to control the situations that drive the anxiety.
Imagine having a spider crawl up your arm or a snake slither over your shoulder. For many, this is the stuff of nightmares. But when such fears start to disrupt daily life, they turn into phobias. This episode of 'All In The Mind' dives into the world of phobias and how cutting-edge virtual reality technology is being used to treat them.
Corrie Ackland, clinical director of The Sydney Phobia Clinic, shares her expertise on the biology of phobias and the risk factors that make them develop. Ackland discusses how virtual reality can be an effective tool in exposure therapy, helping patients confront their fears in a controlled, safe environment. She also touches on the role of medication in managing anxiety and how our brain's decision-making processes play a key part in overcoming these intense fears.
With personal anecdotes, including her own battle with arachnophobia, Ackland offers a compelling look at how modern technology is making strides in mental health treatment. This episode is perfect for anyone curious about innovative therapies or struggling with their own phobias.