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Virtual reality and the disappearing needle fears

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The colourful and animated world of virtual reality could hold the key to reducing the trauma of needle jabs for children and their parents. Image: Using virtual reality to distract from needles (SBS)


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By Gareth Boreham

Presented by Louie Tolentino

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The colourful and animated world of virtual reality could hold the key to reducing the trauma of needle jabs for children and their parents. Image: Using virtual reality to distract from needles (SBS)


A new study is showing just how effective interactive computer games can be as a distraction from the pain of invasive medical procedures.


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