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Official title Social Media Diet and Psychological Outcomes in University Students
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07473791
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study aims to examine the effect of a social media diet intervention on loneliness, fear of missing out (FoMO), and sleep quality among university students. Excessive social media use has been associated with several negative psychological outcomes, including increased loneliness, heightened FoMO, and poor sleep quality.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 17 to 25. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Being between the ages of 18-25.
- Being a student at Gumushane University Kelkit Sema Dogan Vocational School of Health Services.
- Having a daily social media usage time of at least 2 hours (verified by smartphone screen time settings).
- Owning a smartphone (Android or iOS).
- Volunteering to participate in the study and providing written informed consent.
You likely can't join if
- Having a diagnosed clinical sleep disorder (e.g., sleep apnea, chronic insomnia) or using prescribed sleep medication.
- Having a diagnosed psychiatric disorder that may interfere with social media use or perception of loneliness.
- Use of other digital detox or time-management applications during the study period.
- Being unable to provide weekly screen time screenshots.
- Planning to change smartphone device during the 4-week intervention period.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Gümüşhane, Gümüşhane Province, Turkey (Türkiye)
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 17 years to 25 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Gümüşhane, Gümüşhane Province, Turkey (Türkiye). Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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