The Role of Physical Education in Mitigating Learning Burnout and Gaming Disorder Among Chinese Adolescents
By
Qiurong Jiang
Cheng Wei
Man Chen
Xiaogang Wang
Guangrong Gong
Yaoyao Zhou
Qinghai Zou
Yisong Yang
July 17, 2026
Clinical Scorecard: The Role of Physical Education in Mitigating Learning Burnout and Gaming Disorder Among Chinese Adolescents
At a Glance
Category Detail
Condition Gaming Disorder and Learning Burnout Key Mechanisms Cognitive exhaustion and reciprocal risk factors between GD and LB. Target Population Chinese adolescents, particularly middle school students. Care Setting Educational and psychological interventions.
Key Highlights
Gaming disorder (GD) is recognized as a behavioral addiction by WHO. Learning burnout (LB) contributes to academic disengagement among adolescents. Physical education performance acts as a protective factor against LB. Interventions should address LB through academic and physical avenues. Gender differences exist in the prevalence and impact of GD and LB. Guideline-Based Recommendations
Diagnosis
Identify GD based on WHO criteria and assess LB through standardized measures. Management
Implement tailored interventions focusing on physical activity to alleviate LB. Monitoring & Follow-up
Regularly assess academic performance and physical education outcomes. Risks
Monitor for signs of cognitive exhaustion and functional impairment due to GD. Patient & Prescribing Data
Adolescents aged 12-18 in China.
Incorporate physical education and cognitive behavioral therapy in treatment plans.
Clinical Best Practices
Encourage physical activity as a means to reduce LB and GD. Utilize gender-specific strategies in interventions. Promote academic support alongside physical education. Related Resources & Content
