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This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of exergames compared to traditional aerobic exercises in adolescents with subthreshold depression.

March 22, 2026TrialsOpen Access

Intervention effects of exergames on adolescents with subthreshold depression: a prospective, randomized controlled trial protocol 1a

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Randomized controlled trial assesses exergames improving depression outcomes in adolescents, indicating innovative mental health interventions.

This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of exergames compared to traditional aerobic exercises in adolescents with subthreshold depression.
Single-blind, randomized controlled trial design.
Sixty adolescents are randomly assigned to exergame, aerobic exercise, or control groups.
Eight-week intervention with 2-3 sessions per week, each lasting 40 minutes.
Heart rate monitors ensure comparable exercise intensity across active groups.
Assessments of depression, sleep quality, and related outcomes conducted at multiple points.
The study anticipates revealing the effectiveness of exergames in reducing depressive symptoms.
Comparative analysis will identify differences in outcomes between exergames and aerobic exercises.
Expected improvements in sleep quality among participants in both intervention groups.

Liu et al. (2026) studied this question.

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Randomized controlled trial assesses exergames improving depression outcomes in adolescents, indicating innovative mental health interventions.