65 | How VR Tech Can Help Destigmatize Mental Health Conversations with Patrick Wetzel

Apr 6, 2022

From gaming to entertainment, Virtual Reality (VR) technology is changing the way we interact with each other and the way we see the world. But how is VR being used for good especially when it comes to mental health awareness?

In this episode, Grace chats with Patrick Wetzel a associate producer at Flight School Studio about how their VR film project “Weird Times” is helping teenagers talk about their mental health. Flight School is an award-winning studio of artists fearlessly exploring the unknown in mixed-reality immersive entertainment, live-venue activations, games (console, PC, and mobile), and experiential design. 

 

Key Takeaways:

• What is Weird Times (WT) and how is it helping teens talk about their mental health?
• The process behind creating WT
• Why VR is the to right tech to foster conversation about mental health issues
• Criticism of WT and how its being addressed
• Any challenges while creating this project?
• What is the future of "VR for good"?
• Skills needed to thrive in this career field

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