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Books for general audiences
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VRMI and its U.S. counterparts have published a variety of books
suitable and highly recommended for the general public:
Proceeds from your purchase go to
support the non-profit organizations for research and education in
the field of advanced technologies and mental health. Please contact
us or visit www.vrphobia.com to
order.
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Academic publications
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IMI-E and its U.S. counterparts are publishing a scientific journal
and have published several books for academics:
VRMI and its U.S. counterparts have published a variety of books
suitable for the general public. Proceeds from your purchase go to
support the non-profit organizations for research and education in
the field of advanced technologies and mental health. Please contact
us or visit www.vrphobia.com to
order.
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Conquering Panic, Anxiety, & Phobias
Achieving Success Through Virtual Reality and Cognitive-Behavioral
Therapy
By Prof. Dr. Brenda K. Wiederhold, PhD, MBA, BCIA
$19.95
This book is written as a starting point toward helping the large
portion of the population that suffers from anxiety disorders to
overcome their fears and control their anxiety. It is a resource
to enable those suffering from anxiety to take control of their
lives and become an active participant in their own recovery.
This book is essentially divided into two parts: a discussion of anxiety and
anxiety’s physical and emotional effects on sufferers. While virtual reality
therapy is described, its use is not necessary in order to follow the suggestions
in this book. The lessons and worksheets included can help in a variety of areas,
not just anxiety, but also anger, mild depression, and feelings of helplessness. |
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Expose Yourself! San Diego
A Guide for Healthcare
Providers and Their Patients
By Prof. Dr. Brenda K. Wiederhold, PhD, MBA, BCIA
$19.95
Expose Yourself! is a tool to help those who are attempting
to overcome specific phobias with self-guided exposure therapy.
Along with information about anxiety disorders and cognitive-behavioral
techniques, this exposure companion contains hundreds of suggestions
for possible exposure hierarchies and situations. The book includes
photographs and descriptions of a variety of exposure options around
San Diego, California, USA, but it can be used for exposure inspiration
in any location. Future volumes will be available for different
locations around the world.
Expose Yourself! is an invaluable guide for those using
it as an adjunct to therapy or for those attempting to overcome
their fears on their own. |
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Virtual Healers
Coming October 2007
By Prof. Dr. Brenda K. Wiederhold, PhD, MBA, BCIA
$24.95
Virtual reality in the mental health arena is barely over a decade
old. Because VR is still such a young and focused field, the members
of its community have come together as a tight-knit family.
In Virtual Healers, Dr. Brenda K. Wiederhold, herself one of the pioneers
of VR, sits down in casual one-on-one interviews with more than a dozen of the
top researchers of this select group. As a fellow scientist and friend, she allows
the reader a rare, in-depth look inside their world. Along with her, you will
discover the answers to how these remarkable men and women came to the VR field,
what successes and setbacks they have experienced, what keeps them going, and
how this technology has affected them both personally and professionally.
Virtual Healers is a must-read for the general reader as well as for
any healthcare providers who have experienced VR treatment, are considering it,
or have an interest in how advanced technologies are shaping the future of health
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Virtual Healing
By Prof. Dr. Brenda K. Wiederhold, PhD, MBA, BCIA
$24.95
Along with aliens and time travel, virtual reality (VR) is often
thought of as a science fiction dream. Though it was developed nearly
five decades ago, the use of VR in the private sector, particularly
in the field of patient care, has become a possibility only in the
past decade. As programmers are creating more detailed and interactive
environments, the rapid advancement of technology combined with decreasing
costs has turned VR into a promising alternative to traditional therapies.
VR allows therapists to create a safe, low-cost environment in which
they can easily modify the speed and intensity of the therapeutic
process. With this ability to tailor the virtual experience to each
specific patient's need, the necessity to educate the patient has
become increasingly significant.
Virtual Healing fulfills that need. In twelve clear chapters,
Dr. Brenda K. Wiederhold, one of the pioneers in the use of VR, plainly
discusses the application of VR for specific phobias, posttraumatic
stress disorders, panic disorder, eating disorders and obesity, pain
distraction, education and training, nicotine addictions, physical
and neurological rehabilitation, erectile dysfunction, and schizophrenia.
She explains the symptoms of each disorder and how VR can help. Further,
the reader will meet researchers from around the world who are working
to advance the use of VR treatment, and hear from patients who have
undergone the process. It is Dr. Wiederhold's hope that this book
may serve as a source of information as well as comfort. |
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Virtual Reflections
By Prof. Dr. Brenda K. Wiederhold, PhD, MBA, BCIA
$12.95
There have been thousands of volumes published throughout history
containing famous quotations. Many of these are well organized,
comprehensive, and extremely helpful for researchers. However,
often these books are unwieldy, and the task of finding quotes
relevant to a specific purpose is frankly not feasible for the
casual reader.
This is where Virtual Reflections is different from other quote compilations.
The author has selected the quotes and passages included here to be tailored
specifically for those who are attempting to overcome panic, anxiety, or phobias.
In addition, many of you may find this book useful if you are experiencing feelings
of mild depression, or simply need an outward source of inspiration in your life.
The goal is not to have this book be a substitute for treatment, but instead
to have it serve as an aid as you progress along your journey towards recovery.
It is hoped that it may be a source of comfort and strength, bolstering your
spirit and helping to ease those difficult moments you may encounter as you begin
working towards overcoming your anxiety. |
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A wide range of Academic Publications
IMI-E and its partner organizations offer a wide range of academic
publications that outline the advantages of using cybertherapy
for cognitive-behavioral, neuropsychological, and physical assessment
and intervention applications. Please contact us or visit www.vrphobia.com to
order. |
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Annual Review of CyberTherapy and Telemedicine
Volume 1, 2002 - Volume
5, 2007
Transforming Healthcare Through Technology
Prof. Dr. Brenda K. Wiederhold, PhD, MBA, Prof. Stephane Bouchard, Ph.D., and,
Prof. Giuseppe Riva, PhD
$39.95 each
The Annual Review of CyberTherapy and Telemedicine (ARCTT) is
a peer-reviewed journal covering a wide variety of topics of interest
to the mental health, neuroscience, and rehabilitation communities.
The mission of ARCTT is to provide systematic, periodic examinations
of scholarly advances in the field of cybertherapy and telemedicine
through novel, experimental clinical studies or critical authoritative
reviews. It is directed to healthcare providers and researchers
who are interested in the applications of advanced media for improving
the delivery and efficacy of mental healthcare and rehabilitative
services. The first volume of ARCTT offers the reader a collection
of 15 of the best manuscripts from the 2003 CyberTherapy Conference.
It offers critical reviews, evaluation studies, original research,
and clinical observations as well as all abstracts from the 2003
conference. The second volume of ARCTToffers an even more extensive
selection of manuscripts than the previous years. The editors-in-chiefhave
included 17 critical reviews, evaluation studies, original research,
and critical observations, as well as all of the abstracts from
the 2004 CyberTherapy Conference. The third volume of ARCTT offers
the reader a collection of 28 of the best manuscripts from the
2005 CyberTherapy Conference. It offers critical reviews, evaluation
studies, original research, and clinical observations as well as
all abstracts from the 2005 conference. ARCTT’s 2006 and
2007 volumes continue in this tradition, providing a variety of
scientifically rigorous papers from around the world. |
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CyberTherapy Conference Archives 1996-2005
Advances in Evaluation and Treatment
By Prof. Dr. Brenda K. Wiederhold, PhD, MBA, BCIA
$39.95
Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health disorder diagnosed
by primary care physicians. In vivo exposure and de-sensitization
to the anxiety-provoking scenarios are often used to effectively
treat these disorders, but may present a number of practical difficulties
for both therapist and patient.
Virtual Reality Therapy for Anxiety Disorders explores
how the latest virtual reality interventions can be used to treat
patients with anxiety disorders. Virtual reality therapy enables
the patient to experience a realistic, yet carefully controlled
exposure to an anxiety-provoking scenario, in the therapist's own
office. While virtual reality environments were initially quite
costly and demanded powerful computers, their price has decreased
of late, making this form of treatment an intriguing option for
therapists.
The authors, who are themselves experienced VR therapists, provide detailed guidelines
on how to conduct VR treatment with patients suffering from various anxiety disorders.
They provide not only an overview of the equipment used and the basic principles
of treatment, but also a discussion of virtual reality therapy for specific disorders
including panic disorder and agoraphobia, obsessive-compulsive disorder, fear
of flying or driving, claustrophobia, arachnophobia, and fear of medical procedures.
Tips and caveats are provided, making this book important reading for therapists
interested in exploring an exciting new therapy modality |
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Virtual Reality Resources
By Prof. Dr. Brenda K. Wiederhold,
PhD, MBA, BCIA
$19.95
We at the Interactive Media Institute realized early on that it
was relatively difficult for professionals wanting to break into
the virtual reality (VR) field to locate relevant information.
While the material was out there, there was no clear organizational
structure or database to link it. To solve this problem, we have
put together Virtual Reality Resources, a relevant compilation
for researchers and clinicians alike.
Virtual Reality Resources offers a clear overview of the advantages of using
VR for cognitive-behavioral, neuropsychological, and physical assessment and
intervention applications. Further, it includes pertinent logistical information
on such diverse topics as basic cost/benefit questions, CRISP (Computer Retrieval
of Information on Scientific Projects) grantees, necessary technology, and significant
websites. Finally, the selected bibliography is an excellent guide for anyone
looking for a deeper understanding of what scientific manuscripts have been published
and what work still needs to be done.
We are confident that this collection will not only advance your personal knowledge,
but through its clear organization and accessibility will aid in promoting the
VR field as a whole. |
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Virtual Reality Therapy for Anxiety Disorders
Advances in Evaluation and Treatment
By Prof. Dr. Brenda K. Wiederhold, PhD, MBA, BCIA and Prof. Mark D. Wiederhold,
MD, PhD
Publisher: American Psychological Association
$39.95
Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health disorder diagnosed
by primary care physicians. In vivo exposure and de-sensitization
to the anxiety-provoking scenarios are often used to effectively
treat these disorders, but may present a number of practical difficulties
for both therapist and patient.
Virtual Reality Therapy for Anxiety Disorders explores
how the latest virtual reality interventions can be used to treat
patients with anxiety disorders. Virtual reality therapy enables
the patient to experience a realistic, yet carefully controlled
exposure to an anxiety-provoking scenario, in the therapist's own
office. While virtual reality environments were initially quite
costly and demanded powerful computers, their price has decreased
of late, making this form of treatment an intriguing option for
therapists.
The authors, who are themselves experienced VR therapists, provide detailed guidelines
on how to conduct VR treatment with patients suffering from various anxiety disorders.
They provide not only an overview of the equipment used and the basic principles
of treatment, but also a discussion of virtual reality therapy for specific disorders
including panic disorder and agoraphobia, obsessive-compulsive disorder, fear
of flying or driving, claustrophobia, arachnophobia, and fear of medical procedures.
Tips and caveats are provided, making this book important reading for therapists
interested in exploring an exciting new therapy modality. |
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Journal of CyberTherapy and Rehabilitation (JCR)
This quarterly peer-reviewed journal explores the uses of advanced
technologies. Areas of interest include,
but are not limited to, psychiatry, psychology, occupational therapy,
physical therapy, cognitive rehabilitation, neurorehabilitation,
oncology, obesity, eating disorders, AIDS, neurology, and autism,
among many others.
- Prof. Brenda K. Wiederhold, Ph.D., MBA, BCIA, Belgium, Editor-in-Chief
- Prof. Cristina Botella, Ph.D., Spain, Associate Editor
- Ruth A. Kogen, MFA, US, Managing Editor
- Prof. Rosa M. Baños, Ph.D., Spain
- Prof. Thomas A. Furness III, Ph.D., USA
- Prof. Stéphane Bouchard, Ph.D., Canada
- Prof. Paul M.G. Emmelkamp, Ph.D., The Netherlands
- Prof. Luciano Gamberini, Ph.D., Italy
- Prof. Paul Pauli, Ph.D., Germany
- Prof. Giuseppe Riva, PhD, Italy
- Prof. Tony Brooks, Denmark
- Prof. Sun I. Kim, Ph.D., Korea
- Prof. Dragica Kozaric-Kovacic, M.D., Ph.D., Croatia
- Prof. Franz Müller-Spahn, Switzerland
- Dr. Richard M. Satava, M.D., FACS, USA
*The JCR would like make a correction that Prof. Mel Slater is not a current member of the JCR Editorial Board.
This journal is targeted to academics, psychologists, psychiatrists,
sociologists, educators, computer scientists, and those interested
in the use of advanced technologies for the enhancement of traditional
healthcare.
JCR will contain only rigorously scientific articles dealing with
cutting edge technological innovations in behavioral healthcare.
Articles will cover such varied topics as psychiatry, psychology,
occupational therapy, physical therapy, cognitive rehabilitation,
neurorehabilitation, oncology, obesity, eating disorders, AIDS,
neurology, and autism. These topics are meant to guide, but not
limit submissions. Each manuscript undergoes multiple reviews by
our expert Editorial Board before being considered for publication. |
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