Brussels study asks: can teens spot emotional neglect?
NCT ID NCT07365891
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study surveys 500 adolescents in Dutch-speaking secondary schools in Brussels to see how well they recognize emotional neglect and whether that affects their willingness to seek help. Participants read one of four short stories about a teen experiencing neglect, then answer questions. The goal is to understand the decision-making process behind help-seeking.
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Active substance
Emotional neglect vignettes (written stories)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could help design better programs to teach teens how to recognize emotional neglect and encourage them to seek help.
What could go wrong
This is an early-stage survey study, not a treatment trial. Results may not apply to teens outside Dutch-speaking schools in Brussels.
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Vrije Universiteit Brussel
RECRUITINGBrussels, Brussels Capital, 1050, Belgium
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