Scientists are investigating the potential of virtual reality technology to help combat cocaine addiction. In a new study published in Addictive Behaviors Reports, researchers have demonstrated that virtual reality exposure to cocaine cues can induce significant cravings in users. These findings lay the groundwork for future research into VR as a tool for treating cocaine addiction. Cocaine use poses a significant public health problem, with notable social and economic costs. In the United States, the annual social cost is estimated at $45.5 billion, while in France, the annual prevalence of c…