Study reveals why students 'Lie Flat' to escape pressure

NCT ID NCT07536711

Completed Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Lincoln University College Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This completed study looked at 713 university students to understand the 'Fo-xi' or 'Ego-Tucking' phenomenon, where people mentally step back from competition to protect themselves. Participants filled out a questionnaire measuring factors like family expectations and social pressure. The goal was to learn more about this coping strategy, not to test a treatment.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to: If successful, this research could help educators and mental health professionals understand why some students withdraw from competition and how to support their well-being.
What could go wrong: This is an observational study with no treatment, so it cannot prove cause and effect. The findings may not apply to all students or cultures.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Mental Fatigue Stress, Psychological

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

HEALTHY UNIVERSITY STUDENTS MENTAL FATIGUE PSYCHOLOGICAL STRESS SELF-PERCEPTION

Contacts and locations

Locations

Wuhan Technical University

Wuhan, Hubei, 430074, China

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