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New treatment option for Internet Gaming Disorder
Official title The Effect of Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation for Internet Gaming Disorder
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06634498
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study aims to investigate the intervention effects of navigated repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) on craving regulation in individuals with internet gaming disorder (IGD). The primary objectives include: (1) examining the impact of navigated rTMS over the dorsolateral prefrontal cortex (DLPFC) on the gaming cravings, and craving regulation capacity; and (2) exploring the potential neural mechanisms by which rTMS over the DLPFC improves craving intensity, and craving regulation ability.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 30. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- DSM-V gaming disorder \>5 and scored ≥ 50 on a revised version of Young's online Internet addiction test；
- spent more than 50% of their online time gaming；
- engagement in one of four popular Internet game (Arena of Valor,Genshine, LOL, FPS) for over 20 hours per week for at least 1 year.
You likely can't join if
- current or history of use of illegal substances and gambling;
- current or history of psychiatric or neurological illness;
- current use of psychotropic medications;
- cognitive impairment as assessed by the Mini-International Neuropsychiatric Interview；
- surgery, head trauma or heart related diseases in the past year；
- a history of epilepsy or seizures or increased risk of seizures for any reason；
See the full eligibility criteria
- DSM-V gaming disorder \>5 and scored ≥ 50 on a revised version of Young's online Internet addiction test；
- spent more than 50% of their online time gaming；
- engagement in one of four popular Internet game (Arena of Valor,Genshine, LOL, FPS) for over 20 hours per week for at least 1 year.
- current or history of use of illegal substances and gambling;
- current or history of psychiatric or neurological illness;
- current use of psychotropic medications;
- cognitive impairment as assessed by the Mini-International Neuropsychiatric Interview；
- surgery, head trauma or heart related diseases in the past year；
- a history of epilepsy or seizures or increased risk of seizures for any reason；
- metal implants or tattoos of the neck or head；
- claustrophobia.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Zhenjiang, Jiangsu, China
- Beijing, China
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 30 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Zhenjiang, Jiangsu, China; Beijing, China. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.