Sleep in adult video game players: A feasibility study
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study looks at sleep patterns in adult video game players who do not have a gaming disorder. It compares regular gamers (who play at least 3 times a week) to occasional or non-players.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 40 years old
- You either play video games at least 3 times a week (regular gamer) or rarely play (control group)
- You do not work night shifts
- You are not taking any sleep medications or certain heart/antidepressant drugs
- You do not have a sleep-wake rhythm disorder or a neurological/psychiatric condition
Quick eligibility check
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