Brain training may curb phone anxiety in young adults

NCT ID NCT06188910

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Salamanca Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested whether neurofeedback sessions can reduce anxiety and stress linked to heavy smartphone use in young adults aged 18-30. Forty participants were split into two groups: one received 25 neurofeedback sessions over 12 weeks plus an educational workshop, while the other got only the workshop. Researchers measured changes in anxiety, nomophobia (fear of being without a phone), and sleep quality. The goal is to find a non-drug way to help people manage phone-related distress.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Neurofeedback (using the MUSE device)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a non-drug way to reduce anxiety and improve sleep in young adults struggling with smartphone addiction.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial with only 40 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The effect may be modest or temporary.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

anxiety anxiety disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

ANXIETY BIOFEEDBACK

Contacts and locations

Locations

University of Salamanca

Salamanca, Salamanca, 37007, Spain

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