The Effectiveness of a Gamified Relaxation Intervention for Traumatized Youths in Residential Care

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dc.contributor.advisorScholte, R.
dc.contributor.advisorCima, M.
dc.contributor.authorRosada, C.
dc.date.issued2018-06-30
dc.description.abstractChildhood trauma can lead to decreased executive functions and increase the risk of experiencing severe psychological problems. Within residential care, most youths have a history of traumatic life experiences, but applying trauma-focused treatment remains difficult. In the present study, we conducted a randomized controlled trial (RCT) to test the effectiveness of a gamified mindfulness-based relaxation intervention (Muse) on youths’ post-traumatic stress symptoms and executive functions. Twenty-eight youths were randomly assigned to play Muse or receive treatment as usual (TAU). Self- and mentor-reported post-traumatic stress symptoms as well as mentor-reported executive functions were measured both at baseline and post-treatment. Results showed a decrease on self-reported post-traumatic stress symptoms for the Muse-condition, compared to the control condition. No differences between the conditions were found regarding mentor-reported post-traumatic stress symptoms and executive functions. Our findings provide preliminary evidence for the effectiveness of Muse in a high-risk youth population and lead to the discussion of suggestions for future research.en_US
dc.identifier.urihttps://theses.ubn.ru.nl/handle/123456789/6563
dc.language.isoenen_US
dc.thesis.facultyFaculteit der Sociale Wetenschappenen_US
dc.thesis.specialisationResearchmaster Behavioral Scienceen_US
dc.thesis.studyprogrammeResearchmaster Behavioral Scienceen_US
dc.thesis.typeResearchmasteren_US
dc.titleThe Effectiveness of a Gamified Relaxation Intervention for Traumatized Youths in Residential Careen_US
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