ADDIE-Guided Development and Pilot Feasibility Evaluation of a Prototype VR Training Simulation for Suicide Prevention among Rural U.S. Veterans

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Explores the feasibility of using virtual reality (VR) workforce training modules to address the lack of specialty-trained mental health professionals serving rural veterans and to improve suicide prevention efforts. Evaluates participants' engagement in the VR environment, realism of VR scenarios, and perception of usability across different workforce groups, among other measures.

Donna L. Schuman , Micki Washburn, Regina T. Praetorius, et al.

PLoS One, 21(8), e0345819

08/2026

Access · Behavioral health workforce · Interprofessional training of the health workforce · Specialty care · Suicide and suicide prevention · Technology for health and human services · Veterans