International Journal of Science, Engineering and TechnologyAI-Supported Virtual Reality Therapies For PTSD Rehabilitation
Authors- Nagraja.P
Abstract--Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a complex mental health condition triggered by exposure to traumatic events, affecting millions worldwide. Traditional therapeutic interventions—such as cognitive behavioral therapy and exposure therapy—face challenges including limited accessibility, variable patient engagement, and difficulty replicating traumatic scenarios in a controlled environment. The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) with Virtual Reality (VR) offers an innovative and immersive solution for PTSD rehabilitation. AI-supported VR therapies enable adaptive exposure, real-time emotional monitoring, and personalized treatment pathways, enhancing the effectiveness of mental health care. This paper explores the technological foundations of AI and VR in the context of PTSD treatment, outlines core use cases, and presents real-world case studies demonstrating clinical outcomes. Ethical and regulatory considerations such as data privacy, informed consent, and psychological risk are examined. The paper also discusses technical and psychological limitations, including user desensitization and device constraints. Looking forward, emerging innovations such as emotionally adaptive avatars, edge computing, and neurofeedback integration are anticipated to further evolve the landscape of trauma-informed therapy. By combining immersive simulation with intelligent adaptation, AI-supported VR therapies present a transformative approach to mental health care for individuals living with PTSD.
DOI: /10.61463/ijset.vol.13.issue2.377
