Put down your phone! study tests digital detox for better grades
NCT ID NCT07467057
First seen Apr 02, 2026 · Last updated Jun 23, 2026 · Updated 14 times
Summary
This study looks at whether a brief digital abstinence intervention can help nursing students reduce distractions and improve time management. 80 undergraduate nursing students will either limit or stop non-academic smartphone use for a set period. Their time management skills will be measured before and after the intervention to see if it helps them focus better.
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King Faisal
RECRUITINGJeddah, Alahsaa, Saudi Arabia
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What this could mean
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Active substance
Digital abstinence intervention (behavioral)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, low-cost strategy for students to improve focus and time management by reducing digital distractions.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 80 participants, and results may not apply to other groups. The intervention is short-term, so lasting benefits are uncertain.
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