Are medical students in the middle east hooked on screens? new study investigates
NCT ID NCT07174700
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study is surveying 4,600 medical students and interns across the Middle East to find out how common internet, gaming, and porn addiction are, and whether these addictions are linked to higher stress, anxiety, and depression. Participants fill out online questionnaires about their habits and mental health. The goal is to understand the problem better, not to test a treatment.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
What this could lead to
If this study succeeds, it could highlight how common these addictions are among medical students and point to the need for better mental health support in the region.
What could go wrong
This is a survey-based study, not a treatment trial. It can show links but cannot prove cause and effect. Results may not apply to other groups or regions.
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Locations
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Zagazig University Faculty of Medicine and Affiliated Hospital
Zagazig, Egypt