Early help for teens with risky gaming habits
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests an early help program for teens whose gaming is causing problems but isn't yet a full disorder. The goal is to see if it can prevent things from getting worse.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You or your teen must have a pattern of gaming that is causing problems, but not a full gaming disorder (as defined by the World Health Organization).
- No serious physical illness or intellectual disability that would prevent full participation.
- No diagnosis of gaming disorder.
- You must be willing to complete all parts of the study, including the intervention and assessments.
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