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The Effect of a Digital Literacy Program on Problematic Internet Use, Emotion Regulation, and Loneliness in Adolescents: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Sponsor: Ataturk University
Summary
The purpose of this study is to examine the effects of a digital literacy program on problematic internet use, emotion regulation, and loneliness among adolescents. The study aims to answer the following key questions: * Does a digital literacy program for adolescents affect problematic internet use, emotion regulation skills, and loneliness? * What is the effect of a digital literacy program for adolescents on the level of problematic internet use? * What is the effect of a digital literacy program for adolescents on emotion regulation skills? * What is the effect of a digital literacy program for adolescents on loneliness? Researchers will conduct pretest and posttest evaluations in the experimental and control groups to determine the effects of the digital literacy program on problematic internet use, emotion regulation, and loneliness in adolescents. Participants in the experimental group who meet the inclusion criteria will receive 8 weeks of positive youth development-based digital literacy training, 40 minutes per week. After the posttest measurements are completed, the intervention group will receive 2 weeks of digital literacy training.
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
12 Years - 18 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
64
Start Date
2026-02
Completion Date
2026-06
Last Updated
2026-01-26
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Conditions
Interventions
DIGITAL LITERACY PROGRAM
This intervention is an eight-week, face-to-face, Positive Youth Development-Based Digital Literacy Program designed specifically for adolescents. It includes interactive sessions, discussions, and exercises that address digital literacy, problematic internet use, emotion regulation, and loneliness. The program differs from other digital literacy interventions because it integrates positive youth development principles and focuses on both online behavior and emotional skills.
Locations (1)
Bayburt Milli İrade Anadolu Lisesi, Bayburt Fen Lisesi
Bayburt, Bayburt, Turkey (Türkiye)