Limitations and Future Developments

The discussion will consider technological constraints, accessibility issues, equipment costs, ecological validity, ethical challenges, privacy management, and the problem of technoreligions. By addressing these limitations, the aim is to develop a realistic and informed understanding of the current state of VR applications in psychology and to recognize that VR is more than just a set of technologies. Subsequently, possible future perspectives will be outlined, considering potential technological advancements, the development of a conscious approach to technologies, integration with artificial intelligence, new paradigms in research and therapy, and evolving ethical considerations. Citing Riva (Comprehensive Clinical Psychology, 91–105, 2022): The term “virtual reality” consists of two elements: “reality” (the actual state of things) and “virtual” (almost or almost as described). Thus, we can say that the concept of “virtual reality” essentially indicates a “quasi-real” or “similar to reality” reality, implying that VR represents a form of reality simulation. It is precisely this simulation capability that allows VR to pave the way for exciting application scenarios. The intention is to produce a complex reflection that starts from the limits and highlights, through critical analysis, the horizon toward which to aim for a conscious and politically correct use of new technologies.