Group therapy to help university students manage internet use
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether a group-based program called IMPROVE can help university students who feel their internet use is causing them distress. The program focuses on building healthier internet habits and may provide support and strategies to regain control.
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Who can take part
- You are a university student between 18 and 30 years old.
- You feel your internet use is causing you stress or problems, and your score on a standard internet use questionnaire is 50 or higher.
- You have a smartphone or other electronic device that can access digital tools for the program.
- You are willing to provide written consent to join the study.
- You have not had substance use (other than tobacco or alcohol) in the past year, and you have not been diagnosed with severe mental health conditions like schizophrenia or bipolar disorder.
- You have not taken part in any therapy for internet use problems before, and you have no serious physical or neurological conditions.
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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