The Effect of Game-Based Learning on Identifying Cognitive Distortions and Interpersonal Communication Competence in Nursing Students' in the Care of Anxious Individuals

Game-based learning methods in nursing education are important intervention techniques in terms of case management. This study aims to examine the effect of game-based learning in the care of anxious individuals on identifying cognitive distortions and interpersonal communication competence in nursing students.The research will be conducted at a state university's nursing faculty. The research will be conducted at a state university's nursing faculty. The sample of the research consists of first-year nursing students taking the self-awareness and communication course. There are 103 students taking the self-awareness and communication management course in the fall semester of 2025-2026. There are 80 first-year nursing students who have successfully completed the course. The study aims to reach the entire sample .

NCT Number	NCT07442331
Lead Sponsor	Necmettin Erbakan University
Conditions	Game Based Learning
Enrollment	70 participants
Start Date	2026-02-25
Primary Completion	2026-03-11 (estimated)
Study Completion	2026-03-11 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov	2026-04-09