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Self-Compassion course cuts problematic gaming in young adults

NCT ID NCT07270315

Symptom relief Sponsor: Beijing Normal University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tested whether a 14-day online self-compassion course could help young adults reduce problematic gaming. 308 regular gamers were split into two groups: one took the course, the other waited. After the course, the training group reported higher self-compassion and less problematic gaming, partly by easing social anxiety and meeting basic psychological needs. The results suggest that learning to be kind to yourself might be a helpful tool for managing gaming habits.

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Active substance
14-day online self-compassion course (behavioral intervention)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, free way to help people cut back on excessive gaming and improve mental health.
What could go wrong
This was a small, completed study without a long-term follow-up. The results may not apply to everyone, and the effect might fade over time.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

308 people

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Started

Oct 2023

Finished

Apr 2024

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

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Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Individuals aged 18 years or older. * Any gender. * Recruited through online platforms. * No restriction on educational background. * Participants who regularly engage in online gaming and are willing to reduce or modify their gaming behaviors. Exclusion Criteria: * Individuals under 18 years old or those lacking full civil capacity. * Individuals with diagnosed psychiatric or psychological disorders. * Individuals without problematic gaming behaviors or without a clear intention to change their gaming habits.

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Problematic gaming Self-compassion

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  • Beijing Normal University

    Beijing, China

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