Family-centered treatment for excessive gaming and screen use
Family Centered Treatment for Problematic Gaming and Excessive Screen Use
This study is testing a new family-focused treatment to help children and teens who are struggling with too much gaming and screen time.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 10 (estimated) |
| Ages | 12 Years to 17 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Region Skane Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Lund) |
| Trial ID | NCT06098807 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This project aims to evaluate a family-centered treatment intervention for children and adolescents struggling with problematic gaming and excessive screen use. The intervention focuses on addressing the psychological and developmental impacts of excessive screen time, which has become a prevalent issue among youth. By involving both the child and their guardians, the study seeks to optimize care interventions and reduce the negative effects associated with internet gaming disorder and internet addiction. The treatment will be accessible and conducted in a clinical setting, ensuring that families can participate effectively.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are children and adolescents aged 12 to 17 who perceive problems related to gaming or screen use within their family.
Not a fit: Patients with observed or suspected intellectual disabilities may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly improve the mental health and developmental outcomes for children and adolescents affected by excessive screen use.
How similar studies have performed: While there is ongoing research in this area, the specific family-centered approach being evaluated in this study is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion criteria: 1. Age 12 to \<18 years 2. Self-perceived problems in the family regarding computer gaming or screen use 3. Children/youth and guardians can read, write and communicate in Swedish 4. An available guardian who can participate in the treatment 5. Access to the internet 6. Possibility to participate in treatment sessions on site at the reception Exclusion criteria: 1. Observed or suspected intellectual disability
Where this trial is running
Lund
- BUP; Region Skane — Lund, Sweden (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Emma Claesdotter-Knutsson, MD, PhD — Region Skane University Hospital, Lund University
- Study coordinator: Emma Claesdotter-Knutsson, MD, PhD
- Email: emma.claesdotter-knutsson@med.lu.se
- Phone: +46 46 17 28 86
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.