Abstract
This commentary paper reviews the intersection between digital mental health (DMH) and the distinctive needs of Highly Sensitive Persons (HSP), with a specific focus on the potential of personalized virtual reality (VR) as an innovative tool for preventing workplace burnout. The evolution of DMH, propelled by advancements in VR beyond traditional laboratory settings, opens up possibilities for mental health interventions. HSPs, characterized by their heightened responsiveness to experiences, emerge as a uniquely significant yet underexamined cohort in mental health research. Exploring the theoretical foundations established over the past two decades, the authors underscore the knowledge gap concerning the interplay between sensitivity, mental health, and technology. The commentary’s central objective is to fill a critical void by scrutinizing the opportunities among DMH, HSP needs, and the personalized VR approach in averting workplace burnout. The authors review the sensory experiences of HSPs and the tranquilizing, immersive quality of VR and detail an example of leveraging technology to improve wellbeing and prevent burnout.