Art over apps: new study uses creativity to curb teen digital addiction
NCT ID NCT07123194
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether an art-based nursing program can help 64 middle school students develop healthier digital habits. The program uses creative activities to improve coping skills and self-confidence. Researchers will measure changes in digital addiction, cyberbullying, and self-efficacy. The goal is to offer schools a new, holistic way to support teens in the digital age.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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About 64 people
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- Started
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Oct 2025
- Expected to finish
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Dec 2026
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- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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11 to 15 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Being a 6th-grade middle school student, * The student and their parent must provide written consent to participate in the study, * Understanding and speaking Turkish at a level sufficient to complete the data forms and participate in the sessions. Exclusion Criteria: * Having participated in a similar program within the last 6 months, * Having a serious psychiatric diagnosis or physical disability that prevents participation in art activities. * Not attending any two sessions, * Requesting to leave the sessions,
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Locations
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Yasar Dogu Middle School
RECRUITINGKonya, Karatay, 42100, Turkey (Türkiye)
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