Video game play to help teens with anxiety
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This trial studies whether guided video game play can reduce anxiety symptoms in adolescents. It may help by using structured gameplay sessions as a form of mental support.
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Who can take part
- You are between 11 and 15 years old
- Your parent’s anxiety questionnaire score is high (SCARED-Parent total 17 or higher)
- You have a computer at home (Windows 7+ or Mac OS X) and reliable internet
- You do not have a past or current diagnosis of bipolar disorder, psychosis, or autism spectrum disorder
- You have not had a neurological injury, such as a significant head injury
- You are not currently doing another cognitive training or similar program
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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