How Play Helps Students with Exam Stress
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether playing games or engaging in playful activities can reduce stress and anxiety before exams. Researchers will measure brain activity using EEG (a non-invasive cap that reads brain waves) and artificial intelligence to see if play helps you feel calmer.
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Who can take part
- You are currently a student at Universidad Autonoma de Baja California
- You are between 18 and 35 years old
- You are experiencing moderate stress or anxiety about upcoming academic tests or exams
- You have an exam coming up soon (a real stressful event you need to prepare for)
- You can attend the play session, brain activity recording (EEG), and other assessments
- You do not have a history of neurological conditions that affect brain function
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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