Exploring brain mechanisms and interventions for gaming disorder

Brain Mechanism of Disrupted Interpersonal Interaction in Gaming Disorder Affecting Cognitive Control and Its Hierarchical Multidimensional Evaluation Intervention

NA · Shanghai Mental Health Center · NCT06208358

This study is trying to understand how gaming disorder affects the brain and to see if a new combination of education, therapy, and brain training can help people who struggle with it.

Quick facts

PhaseNA
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment60 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 60 Years
SexAll
SponsorShanghai Mental Health Center (other)
Locations1 site (Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality)
Trial IDNCT06208358 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study investigates the brain mechanisms underlying interpersonal interaction issues and cognitive control deficits in individuals with gaming disorder. It employs a prospective cohort design, utilizing multi-modal brain functional imaging alongside cognitive and social psychological assessments. The research aims to develop a comprehensive intervention system for high-risk individuals, incorporating educational, psychological, and neural regulation strategies to prevent and treat gaming disorder effectively.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are individuals clinically diagnosed with severe gaming disorder as defined by the ICD-11.

Not a fit: Patients with other significant mental health disorders or cognitive impairments may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to more effective interventions for individuals suffering from gaming disorder.

How similar studies have performed: While there is limited data on similar interventions specifically for gaming disorder, the use of cognitive and neural interventions has shown promise in related mental health conditions.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* (1)Clinical diagnosis of severe Gaming Disorder defined in the ICD-11; (2)Normal hearing and vision, or within normal range after correction;

Exclusion Criteria:

* (1) Clinical diagnosis of mental health disorders other than GD defined in the ICD-11 in the past 5 years;(2) Suffering from diseases that affect cognitive function (such as cerebrovascular diseases) ; (3) Schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression or other Axis I disorder of DSM-V criteria;(4)any contraindication for tACS intervention.

Where this trial is running

Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.

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Conditions: Gaming Disorder

Last reviewed 2026-05-15 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.