Understanding sports addiction in military personnel
Mechanisms Involved in the Developement of Sports Addiction Among Military Personnel
This study looks at how sports addiction affects military personnel to better understand their experiences and the challenges they face.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 20 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Direction Centrale du Service de Santé des Armées Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Hyères) |
| Trial ID | NCT05995548 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to explore the mechanisms behind sports addiction among military personnel, a group where physical performance is highly valued. By conducting semi-structured individual interviews with participants who self-identify as addicted to sports, the study seeks to gather qualitative data that can shed light on the experiences and challenges faced by these individuals. The research is particularly focused on understanding the long-term negative consequences of sports addiction, which can include physical injuries and social isolation. The findings may help inform military healthcare providers about this under-researched behavioral addiction.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are serving or reservist military personnel who perceive themselves as addicted to sports.
Not a fit: Patients who are minors, incapable majors, unaware of their diagnosis, pregnant women, or legionnaires not rectified will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to better understanding and management of sports addiction, ultimately improving the health and well-being of military personnel.
How similar studies have performed: While sports addiction is recognized as a pathology, this specific qualitative approach focusing on military personnel is relatively novel and under-explored.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Serving or reservist military personnel * Perceive themselves as "addicted to sport" and say so Exclusion Criteria: * Minor * Incapable major * Patient unaware of diagnosis * Pregnant woman * Legionnaire not rectified
Where this trial is running
Hyères
- Cma09 — Hyères, France (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Anne Perisse
- Email: anne.perisse@intradef.gouv.fr
- Phone: +33498047709
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.