Video game play for teen anxiety
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether playing a specific video game can help reduce anxiety symptoms in teenagers. If you are between 11 and 15 years old and often feel anxious, this game-based approach might provide a fun and accessible way to feel better.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 11 and 15 years old
- You often feel anxious (as reported by a parent on a questionnaire)
- You have a computer at home (Windows 7 or newer, or Mac OS X) and a reliable internet connection
- You have not been diagnosed with bipolar disorder, psychosis, or autism spectrum disorder
- You have not had a head injury
- You are not currently taking part in another cognitive training 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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