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Randomized Trial on Mobile Technology and Young Drivers' Cellphone Use
Sponsor: Motao Zhu
Summary
The purpose of this study is to conduct a randomized controlled trial to determine the effects of a cellphone app and a driving mode intervention on driving behavior in drivers aged 18-24 years.
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - 24 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
1200
Start Date
2022-11-09
Completion Date
2026-06-30
Last Updated
2025-06-19
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Conditions
Interventions
Commercial Cellphone-Blocking App (Active)
The Fleetsafer app, which is a commercial cellphone app that uses a cellphone's standard sensors and function to block handheld cellphone use while driving, will be downloaded on the participant's smartphone.
Driving Mode
Apple's "Do Not Disturb" driving mode provided by Apple for iPhones or Google Do Not Disturb, Verizon Messages +, Android Auto or have another app, called LifeSaver installed on their Android phone (collectively referred to as driving modes; the specific driving mode for participants in this arm will be determined based on smartphone type and service provider).
Locations (1)
Nationwide Children's Hospital
Columbus, Ohio, United States