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NCT07821502
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Breaking the Cycle of Social Media Addiction: Efficacy of a 4-STEP Training Program in Reducing Cognitive Fatigue, Psychological Distress, Academic Procrastination, and Burnout Among Adolescents

Sponsor: Government College University Faisalabad

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Summary

The goal of this clinical trial is to evaluate the effectiveness of the 4-Step Training Program for Social Media Addiction (4-STEP-TPS) in reducing social media addiction, cognitive fatigue, psychological distress, academic burnout, and procrastination among university students. The study aims to promote healthier digital habits, psychological well-being, and improved academic functioning. Participants with elevated social media addiction will complete a 4-week intervention with one session per week. They will be randomly assigned to either an intervention group or a waitlist control group. Pre- and post-intervention assessments will be conducted to determine the program's effectiveness.

Official title: Breaking the Cycle of Social Media Addiction: Efficacy of a 4-STEP Training Program in Reducing Cognitive Fatigue, Psychological Distress, Academic Procrastination, and Burnout Among Adolescents - A Randomized Controlled Trial

Key Details

Gender

All

Age Range

13 Years - 18 Years

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Enrollment

200

Start Date

2026-09-15

Completion Date

2026-11-30

Last Updated

2026-09-15

Healthy Volunteers

Yes

Interventions

BEHAVIORAL

4-STEP-TPS

Four-step training program designed to reduce social media addiction and related psychological/academic difficulties among students.

Locations (1)

Government College University Faisalabad

Faisalabad, Punjab Province, Pakistan