Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction for Adolescents: Effects on Game Addiction, Stress, and Sleep

Condition(s) studied

Investigational drug(s) / intervention(s)

Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Program (MBSR): The intervention consists of an 8-week Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) program adapted for adolescents. Each weekly session lasts approximately 40 minutes and is conducted in a classroom setting by a trained instructor. The program includes breathing awareness, body scan, mindful movement, and emotion regulation exercises. Participants are encouraged to practice mindfulness at home between sessions using simple guided exercises.

Study summary

This randomized controlled trial investigated the impact of a Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) program on digital game addiction, perceived stress, and sleep quality among adolescents. The primary research questions were as follows: Does the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Program influence adolescents' levels of digital game addiction? Does the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Program affect adolescents' perceived stress levels? Does the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Program impact adolescents' sleep quality? Participants, aged 12-16, will be randomly allocated to either an intervention group, which will undergo an 8-week MBSR program, or a control group, which will continue with routine school activities. The MBSR program comprises weekly 40-minute sessions that include breath awareness, body scanning, mindful movement, and emotion regulation exercises. Data will be collected using the Digital Game Addiction Scale, Perceived Stress Scale, and Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index at both the pretest and posttest stages. This study is anticipated to contribute to the development of preventive strategies for behavioral addictions and enhance the emotional well-being and sleep patterns of adolescents.

Eligibility

Primary outcome measure(s)

• Digital Game Addiction Score — Baseline (Week 0) and Post-intervention (Week 8)
  Measured by the Digital Game Addiction Scale. Score range: 7 (minimum) to 35 (maximum). Higher scores indicate worse outcomes, representing higher levels of digital game addiction.

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