Doctor-led chat may curb teen smartphone overuse
NCT ID NCT07685951
First seen Jul 06, 2026 · Last updated Jul 10, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tests whether a dedicated medical consultation using a structured interview guide can help adolescents aged 12 to 17 reduce their smartphone screen time. Teens who spend more than 14 hours per week on their phones and score high on a screening questionnaire are randomly assigned to either the structured consultation or standard care. The goal is to see if this brief, focused conversation leads to healthier screen habits and less time on devices.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- Structured interview guide
- What this could lead to
- If effective, this approach could give primary care doctors a practical tool to help teens reduce excessive screen time and its related health risks.
- What could go wrong
- This is a relatively small, early-stage behavioral study. Results may not apply broadly, and teens may not follow through on screen-time goals.
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