Short family therapy shows promise for teen gaming addiction

NCT ID NCT06098807

Completed Disease control Sponsor: Region Skane Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This small completed study tested a 4-week family-centered behavioral program for teens aged 12–17 with self-perceived problems from gaming or screen use. The program included separate group sessions for teens and parents, led by a clinician with cognitive behavioral therapy training. The goal was to see if this brief, accessible approach could reduce screen-related problems and improve family relationships.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Family-centered behavioral therapy (4 weekly group sessions for children and parents separately)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a practical, short-term treatment option for teens struggling with gaming or screen overuse.
What could go wrong: This is a very small (10 participants), completed pilot study with no control group, so results may not apply broadly. The intervention is brief and may not be enough for severe cases.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Internet Addiction Disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

INTERNET ADDICTION INTERNET GAMING DISORDER

Contacts and locations

Locations

BUP; Region Skane

Lund, Lund, 22240, Sweden

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