Phone addiction? rutgers study tests simple tricks to help students unplug

NCT ID NCT06750978

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

Summary

This study tests whether simple behavioral strategies can help college students reduce problematic smartphone use. Fifty students who feel they use their phones too much will try a mobile app that tracks social media and gaming time, encourages alternative activities, and offers small financial rewards for cutting back. The goal is to see if these approaches are practical and lead to lasting change.

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  • Rutgers University

    New Brunswick, New Jersey, 08817, United States

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