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Video games and relaxation techniques show promise for boosting seniors' mental health

NCT ID NCT06965959

Symptom relief Sponsor: Cumhuriyet University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jul 08, 2026 · Last updated Jul 09, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether playing motion-based video games (like virtual table tennis or bowling) or practicing a relaxation technique called autogenic relaxation can improve psychological well-being and life engagement in older adults living in nursing homes. Participants aged 65 and older were randomly assigned to one of three groups: exergaming, relaxation, or a control group. Both active interventions were done twice a week for eight weeks, and the results suggest they may help improve mood and a sense of purpose.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Exergaming (motion-based digital games) and autogenic relaxation technique
What this could lead to
If effective, these simple, non-drug activities could offer a fun and accessible way to boost mood and engagement among older adults in care homes.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study (69 participants) with no blinding, so results may not apply broadly. Benefits might be due to social interaction or attention rather than the specific activities.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

69 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Feb 2024

Finished

Aug 2024

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

65 to 95 years

Sex

Anyone

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Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Age 65 years or older * Residing in a nursing home * Able to communicate and follow instructions * Scoring 24 or above on the Standardized Mini Mental Test (SMMT) * Voluntary participation and written informed consent obtained Exclusion Criteria: * Diagnosed with advanced cognitive impairment (SMMT score \< 24) * Diagnosed with severe psychiatric disorders (e.g., schizophrenia, severe depression) * Having physical disabilities that prevent participation in the interventions (e.g., immobility, severe visual or auditory loss) * Refusal or inability to provide informed consent

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Conditions

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Psychological Well-Being

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Aging Exergaming Health promotion Mind-body therapies Nursing homes residents Psychological well-being Quality of life

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Sivas Cumhuriyet University, Institute of Health Sciences

    Sivas, Central, 58140, Turkey (Türkiye)

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