School program aims to curb kids' digital addiction and social comparison

NCT ID NCT07513688

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests a 3-week digital literacy program for 200 fourth-graders in Turkey. The program, based on social learning theory, uses presentations, case studies, and role-playing to teach healthy digital habits. Half the students get the program, half get usual advice. Researchers will measure changes in digital addiction and social comparison right after the program and again 6 months later.

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Active substance

Digital literacy education based on social learning theory

What this could lead to

If successful, this could provide a simple, school-based program to help children use digital tools more healthily and reduce harmful comparisons with peers.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage trial with only 200 students in one city, so results may not apply broadly. The education is brief (3 weeks) and effects may not last.

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