Training program to enhance self-awareness in young people
Official title: Effects of Brief Immersive Training on the Metacognitive Capacities and Self-knowledge of Young People
Run by University of Barcelona · NCT05899257 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a training program that helps young people aged 18 to 29 better understand themselves and their thoughts using a virtual platform.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years to 29 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 55 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | University of Barcelona Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Barcelona, Catalonia) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | June 30, 2023 |
| Main results expected | June 30, 2026 |
| Study ends | December 2026 |
| Registry record updated | July 7, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT05899257 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this program are young adults aged 18 to 29 who are interested in improving their self-knowledge and metacognitive skills.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients currently diagnosed with a mental disorder or undergoing psychological treatment may not benefit from this program.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This intervention focuses on improving metacognitive abilities and self-knowledge among young individuals aged 18 to 29. Utilizing immersive training techniques, specifically the EYME platform, the program aims to facilitate personal identity exploration in a safe virtual environment. The study evaluates the effectiveness of this training in enhancing self-concept clarity, reflective function, and overall mental functioning. Participants will engage in activities designed to promote understanding of their own and others' mental states, which is crucial for healthy interpersonal relationships.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly enhance self-awareness and interpersonal skills in young people, leading to better mental health outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: While immersive training approaches are gaining traction, this specific application of virtual reality for enhancing metacognitive abilities in young people is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Volunteers between 18 and 29 years of age Exclusion Criteria: * Diagnosis of a mental disorder (current or in the last year) * Current psychological or psychiatric treatment * Suicidal ideation * Insufficient level of competence to communicate in Spanish or English
Where it's running
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University of Barcelona
Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Guillem Feixas, PhD — University of Barcelona
- Study coordinator: Guillem Feixas, PhD
- Email: gfeixas@ub.edu
- Phone: +34933125100
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.