How VR Meta Quest Helps Us Work with Children in NeuroNest – A Blend of Traditional and Modern Support
Author: NeuroNest
At NeuroNest, we believe every child has potential. Our goal is to help children grow, learn and feel safe – step by step. One of the new ways we do this is by using VR Meta Quest, a virtual reality headset that brings exciting and helpful experiences to children in a safe and guided way.
Many of the children we work with have difficulties in everyday situations. They may feel nervous about going to the shop, dentist, or meeting new people. Changes and loud sounds can be too much. For children with autism or ADHD, even small surprises can feel like a big problem.
That’s why we use VR – to slowly prepare children for real-life situations, but in a calm and safe environment. With VR, children can see and practise what will happen before it really happens. This helps them feel more ready and less afraid.
In our centre, we use different types of VR games and activities. For example, we have virtual stories where a child can walk through an airport, visit a doctor, or practise social situations like greeting a friend. They can also do everyday tasks like brushing teeth, getting dressed, or crossing the street. These games feel like play, but they are much more than that – they are a way to learn, feel confident, and stay calm.
One of our favourite VR activities is the obstacle course. In this game, children move through fun challenges like catching flying objects, pushing soft blocks, jumping over things, avoiding falling balls, or gently knocking something down. They love it!
These games are not just fun – they help in many areas. Children improve their balance and movement, focus better, plan what to do next, and most importantly, they learn how to manage their emotions. For example, if something in the game goes wrong, the child learns how to stay calm, try again, or ask for help. These are big steps, especially for children who often feel overwhelmed.
VR obstacle games are helpful for many children – especially those with autism, ADHD, sensory needs, or emotional difficulties. They help children practise how to control their body, focus attention, and stay relaxed even when something doesn’t go as planned.
But VR is not a replacement for the warm, human support we always give. It is just one more tool that helps us do our work better. Before using VR, we talk to parents, prepare the child, and make sure it is the right moment for them. We stay beside the child the whole time, ready to help if they need us.
Parents often tell us that their child is more open and confident after VR sessions. One mum said her daughter, who used to cry before every dentist visit, now goes happily because she “already did it in the goggles.”
For us at NeuroNest, this is what matters most – helping each child feel safe, strong, and ready for the real world.
Virtual reality can’t replace love, trust, or real connection. But when used the right way, it can support all of that – and make a big difference in a small person’s life.
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