Theory of Planned Behavior-Based Digital Addiction and Screen Time Management Training for Teachers

NCT07655947 | Completed DMC

• 1 other identifier: Digital Addiction
• Study Type: interventional
• Target: 80
• Locations: 1 country
• Sites: 1

Brief Summary

This thesis focuses on problematic internet use, a widespread issue in contemporary society, and its negative effects on sleep quality and psychological well-being. The indispensable role of the internet in daily life and the risks associated with excessive use constitute an important area of research, particularly in relation to internalizing symptoms and health-related problems. Within this context, considering teachers' intensive engagement with digital media and their role as role models, the study aims to improve their awareness and behaviors regarding digital media use. The aim of the thesis is to examine the effects of a Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB)-based Digital Addiction and Screen Time Management training program on levels of internet addiction, sleep quality, and psychological well-being among middle school teachers in Aydın province, using a randomized controlled experimental design. In terms of methodology, a total of 102 teachers-51 in the intervention group and 51 in the control group-will be assessed before and after the training. Data will be collected using a Personal Information Form, the Young Internet Addiction Test-Short Form, the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index, and the Psychological Well-Being Scale. The expected outcomes are that the implemented training will significantly reduce teachers' levels of internet addiction, improve their sleep quality, and lead to improvements in psychological well-being. These findings are expected to contribute to teachers' health and to provide guidance for the development of similar intervention programs for other populations.

Conditions

Digital Addiction and Screen Time Management Among Teachers

Keywords

Internet Addiction Disorder, Psychological Well-Being, Nursing, Intention

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (1)

• Personal Information Form

  The form, prepared by the researchers, consists of 9 questions created in line with the literature review, covering general information about the teachers' socio-demographic characteristics.

  Baseline, immediately after intervention, 3 month after intervention.

Secondary Outcomes (1)

• Young Internet Addiction Test-Short Form

  Baseline, immediately after intervention, 3 month after intervention.

Other Outcomes (2)

• Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI)

  Baseline, immediately after intervention, 3 month after intervention.

• Psychological Well-Being Scale

  Baseline, immediately after intervention, 3 month after intervention.

Study Arms (2)

experimental group

EXPERIMENTAL

The teachers in the experimental group were provided with Digital Addiction and Screen Time Management Trainings based on the Theory of Planned Behavior, which were developed by the researchers through literature review and expert opinions.

Behavioral: Digital Addiction and Screen Time Management Training Based on the Theory of Planned Behavior

Control group

EXPERIMENTAL

The control group received no intervention.

Behavioral: Control group

Interventions

Digital Addiction and Screen Time Management Training Based on the Theory of Planned Behavior BEHAVIORAL

The Digital Addiction and Screen Time Management Training Based on the Theory of Planned Behavior was implemented over a period of six weeks.

experimental group

Control group BEHAVIORAL

The control group received no intervention.

Control group

Eligibility Criteria

• Age: 25 Years - 60 Years
• Sex: all
• Healthy Volunteers: Yes
• Age Groups: Adult (18-64)

You may qualify if:

• Teachers who voluntarily agree to participate in the study and provide written informed consent.
• Teachers who regularly use digital devices and the internet in their daily lives.

You may not qualify if:

• Teachers who are receiving medical treatment or psychological support due to digital addiction, sleep disorders, or psychological conditions.
• Teachers who are unable to attend the training program on a regular basis.

Sponsors & Collaborators

• Aydin Adnan Menderes University: lead

Study Sites (1)

AydınAdnan Menderes University, Faculy of Nursing, Division Public Health Nursing

Efeler, Aydın, Turkey (Türkiye)

Location

MeSH Terms

Conditions

Internet Addiction Disorder; Psychological Well-Being

Interventions

Control Groups

Condition Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Technology Addiction; Behavior, Addictive; Compulsive Behavior; Impulsive Behavior; Behavior; Personal Satisfaction

Intervention Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Epidemiologic Research Design; Epidemiologic Methods; Investigative Techniques; Research Design; Methods

Study Design

• Study Type: interventional
• Phase: not applicable
• Allocation: RANDOMIZED
• Masking: NONE
• Purpose: HEALTH SERVICES RESEARCH
• Intervention Model: PARALLEL
• Sponsor Type: OTHER
• Responsible Party: PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
• PI Title: lecturer, PhD student

Model Details: randomized controlled trial

Study Record Dates

• First Submitted: June 11, 2026
• First Posted: June 18, 2026
• Study Start: October 8, 2025
• Primary Completion: December 25, 2025
• Study Completion: March 19, 2026
• Last Updated: June 22, 2026

Record last verified: 2026-06

Data Sharing

• IPD Sharing: Will share
• Shared Documents: CSR
• Time Frame: 6 months after publication
• Access Criteria: Relevance to the topic of the study and approval of all co-authors within 1 month of receiving the request.

Locations

TU (1)