Can a classroom program curb teen screen time? saudi study aims to find out
NCT ID NCT07344142
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jul 01, 2026 · Updated 3 times
Summary
This study tests whether a school-based digital wellbeing program can help Saudi high school students use technology more responsibly. About 2,500 students from 20 schools will either get the standard curriculum or an enhanced version with parent involvement. Researchers will measure screen time, social media habits, and wellbeing before and after the program.
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Active substance
Digital Wellbeing Unit (behavioral intervention)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could provide a scalable school-based program to help teens use technology more responsibly and improve their mental health.
What could go wrong
This is a behavioral study with no drug or device, so results may be modest. It relies on self-reported surveys, which can be biased, and the effect may vary across schools.
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Locations
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Sulaiman Al Rahji University
Buraidah, Saudi Arabia