Controlling Fear using Virtual Reality

The video explores fear management techniques with a focus on exposure therapy. A psychologist at Boston University uses a subjective units of distress scale to measure anxiety levels. The amygdala's role in fear response is discussed, and virtual reality is used to simulate fear-inducing situations, helping individuals adapt and reduce anxiety. The goal is not to eliminate fear but to change the response to it, promoting courageous actions despite fear.

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