virtual reality therapy

a form of in vivo exposure therapy in which clients are active participants in a three-dimensional computer-generated interactive environment that allows them a sense of actual involvement in scenarios related to their presenting problems. This treatment is currently used primarily for anxiety-related disorders, such as fear of flying.

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February 25th 2025

ACEP

abbreviation for American Coaching Effectiveness Program. See American Sport Education Program.