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RAGE-Control: Teaching emotional self-regulation through videogame play
This project is not recruiting.
Overview
What we are studying
If your child is 7-17 years old, struggles to control their anger, and you and your child speak English, your child may be eligible to participate in an intervention called Regulate and Gain Emotional Control (RAGE-Control).
RAGE-Control is a research treatment study for children who have difficulties controlling their anger.
In our study, children learn relaxation skills to help them calm down when they are angry, and then they practice these skills while playing a specialized videogame that utilizes their heart rate.
RAGE-Control is part of the Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH).
Treatment is provided at no cost, a parking permit is provided for all treatment visits and participants will receive compensation for their participation.
Why it is important
What we hope to accomplish
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Who can participate
Children ages 7-17 who struggle with anger or losing their temper. Children and their parents must speak English.
Who cannot participate
We are unable to take participants who are actively suicidal, homicidal, or psychotic. We are unable to take participants who are actively abusing illicit substances. We are unable to take participants with an intellectual disability, or IQ < 80. We are unable to take participants if they do not speak English, or if their parents do not speak English.
What you may be asked to do
Telephone screen to determine eligibility One assessment session, in person, lasting 1-2 hours Six treatment sessions, in person, lasting about 25 minutes Two follow up sessions which involve a phone interview and filling out forms
Project activities may include:
- Office visit
Estimated Time Commitment
9 visits over 5 months
What You May Get
Location
MGH - Massachusetts General Hospital
151 Merrimac St, Boston, MA
Travel
- Accessible by public transportation
- Parking reimbursed
Additional Information
Funding Source
- Department
- Foundation
- Other