Apple Eyes Using Upcoming AR Headset to Diagnose and Treat Mental Health Issues
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Apple is considering using its upcoming $3,500 Vision Pro AR headset to diagnose and treat mental health issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD.
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The headset has cameras and sensors that can measure facial expressions, emotions, and signs of mental illness.
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Apple could treat mental health conditions by displaying soothing images and sounds to users via the headset's screens.
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Apple previously introduced mental health tracking features to its Health app and devices like the Apple Watch.
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Apple slashed its 2024 Vision Pro production forecast from 1 million units to under 400,000 due to manufacturing difficulties.
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