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Eye-Tracking games may sharpen aging brains and lift mood

NCT ID NCT07690709

Symptom relief Sponsor: Chinese University of Hong Kong 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 a computerized eye-tracking training program can improve mood and thinking skills in older adults who have memory complaints but no dementia. Participants aged 60 to 80 will do 18 sessions over about 1.5 months, focusing on tasks that require attention and impulse control. Researchers will compare their results to a waitlist group to see if the training reduces anxiety and depression and improves focus.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Eye-tracking training program
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, non-drug way to ease anxiety and boost attention in older adults with memory worries.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 78 participants. The training is time-intensive (18 sessions), and benefits may not last or apply to everyone.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

78 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Mar 2023

Finished

Feb 2024

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

60 to 80 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Community-dwelling Chinese older adults aged 60 to 80 years * Able to understand Cantonese/Chinese * Normal or corrected-to-normal vision * Willing and able to commit to attending 18 training sessions over the course of the intervention Exclusion Criteria: * A history of learning disability, psychiatric disorders, neurological disorders (e.g., head injury or Parkinson's disease), visual and/or hearing impairments, or any other physical disabilities that would affect their performance on neuropsychological assessment or adherence to the intervention * Prior or concurrent participation in other interventions involving eye-tracking techniques * Signs of dementia, as indicated by a total score of 18 or below on the Hong Kong version of Montreal Cognitive Assessment (HK-MoCA) * Inability to commit to the full course of 18 training sessions

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

anxiety anxiety disorder Depression subjective cognitive decline

As listed by the trial registrant

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Anxiety Subjective memory complaints

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • International Women's League Neighbourhood Elderly Centre

    Hong Kong, Hong Kong

  • Research Center for Neuropsychological Well-being

    Hong Kong, 0000, Hong Kong

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