The Effect of Technology Addiction on Physical Activity and Attention Levels in Adolescents

NCT07532720 | Completed

• 1 other identifier: 888
• Study Type: observational
• Target: 50
• Locations: 1 country
• Sites: 1

Brief Summary

This study aimed to investigate the relationship between technology addiction and physical activity and attention levels in adolescents. As the use of smartphones, the internet, and other digital technologies has increased among young people, concerns have also increased regarding the possible effects of excessive technology use on health and daily functioning. This study sought to determine whether higher levels of technology addiction are associated with lower physical activity and reduced attention in adolescents by evaluating these variables and examining the relationship between them.

Conditions

Technology Addiction; Adolescent Health; Attendance Level

Keywords

Adolescent; Technology Addiction; Physical Activity; Attendance Level

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (2)

• Physical Activity Level

  Physical activity level will be assessed at baseline using the International Physical Activity Questionnaire Short Form. The questionnaire consists of 7 items and evaluates vigorous physical activity, moderate physical activity, walking, and sitting time over the last 7 days. Results are reported as total physical activity in MET-minutes/week and classified as inactive, minimally active, or very active. Higher scores indicate greater physical activity. The score does not have a fixed maximum value.

  Baseline

• Attention Level

  Attention level will be assessed at baseline using the Bourdon Attention Test. In this study, the letter form of the test will be used. Each correct marking is scored as 1 point. Scores range from 0 to 110, with higher scores indicating better attention.

  Baseline

Secondary Outcomes (3)

• Technology addiction level

  Baseline

• Internet addiction level

  Baseline

• Smartphone addiction level

  Baseline

Study Arms (1)

Adolescent Participants

Adolescents aged 10-19 years who voluntarily participated in a cross-sectional observational study evaluating technology addiction, physical activity, and attention level.

Eligibility Criteria

• Age: 10 Years - 19 Years
• Sex: all
• Healthy Volunteers: Yes
• Age Groups: Child (0-17), Adult (18-64)
• Sampling Method: Non-Probability Sample

Study Population

The study population consisted of adolescent volunteers aged 13 to 18 years who were recruited from the community to participate in a study conducted at Marmara University. This was a community-based adolescent sample rather than a clinical patient population

You may qualify if:

• Adolescents aged 10-19 years
• Healthy cognitive functions
• Literate
• Voluntary participation

You may not qualify if:

• Insufficient language and cognitive skills to complete questionnaires and understand instructions

Sponsors & Collaborators

• Marmara University: lead

Study Sites (1)

Marmara University, Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation

Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)

Location

MeSH Terms

Conditions

Technology Addiction; Motor Activity

Condition Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Behavior, Addictive; Compulsive Behavior; Impulsive Behavior; Behavior

Study Officials

• Aysel Yıldız Özer, PT, PhD

  Marmara University, Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation

  PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR

Study Design

• Study Type: observational
• Observational Model: OTHER
• Time Perspective: CROSS SECTIONAL
• Sponsor Type: OTHER
• Responsible Party: PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
• PI Title: Prof.

Study Record Dates

• First Submitted: March 26, 2026
• First Posted: April 16, 2026
• Study Start: March 1, 2023
• Primary Completion: June 1, 2023
• Study Completion: June 1, 2023
• Last Updated: April 16, 2026

Record last verified: 2026-03

Data Sharing

• IPD Sharing: Will not share

Locations

TU (1)