Computer game may ease social anxiety in kids

NCT ID NCT03932032

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

Summary

This study tested a computer program designed to train attention away from threatening faces in 206 youths aged 10-14 with social anxiety disorder. Half received the active training (ABMT) and half a neutral task. The goal was to see if the training could reduce anxiety and change brain responses measured by EEG.

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  • Florida International University Center for Children and Families

    Miami, Florida, 33199, United States

  • Yale Child Study Center Program for Anxiety and Mood Disorders

    New Haven, Connecticut, 06520, United States

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