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Not Yet RecruitingNCT07663708

Effectiveness of 4-Step Training Program in Doomscrolling; Cyberchondriac Behavior; Social Media Addiction

This study is not yet recruiting in Pakistan. It is testing 4-Step Training Program for Doomscrolling; Cyberchondriac Behavior; Social Media Addiction.

Addiction, Doomscrolling, ...BehavioralFrom 18 Years to 29 Years

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What is this study testing?

This study is testing whether 4-STEP-Training Program for Social Media Addiction (4-STEP-TPS) may be useful for adults experiencing addiction.

What would participation involve?

Participants may take part in 4-STEP-Training Program for Social Media Addiction (4-STEP-TPS), attend study visits with the research team. The protocol may also involve randomization, placebo, or a comparison group. The registry lists locations in Pakistan.

Who is it mainly for?

This study appears to be mainly for adults with addiction.

What should you check before joining?

Ask about how many sessions are required and who delivers them, whether there is placebo, randomization, or a comparison group, how many visits or travel steps are needed, the exact eligibility criteria.

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  • Recruitment and eligibility

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Study start dateEstimated: July 5, 2026
Recruitment status
Not Yet Recruiting
Enrollment listed in the registry
80
Sponsor
Government College University Faisalabad
Sponsor type
University
Study type
Behavioral
Intervention type
Psychotherapy / behavioral intervention
Study phase
Not clearly listed
Locations
Pakistan
Age range
From 18 Years to 29 Years
Official registry ID
NCT07663708
Official title
Effectiveness of 4-Step Training Program for Doomscrolling, Cyberchondriac Behavior and Psychiatric Symptoms Among Individuals With Social Media Addiction: A Randomized Trial

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Pakistan · 1 site
  • Government College University Faisalabad
    Faisalabad, Punjab Province
    Site status: Not listed — confirm with the team

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FAQ

Questions about this study

What is this study trying to understand?

This study is exploring psychotherapy or therapy for people with addiction. Participants may complete study visits, assessments, or follow-up activities defined by the research team. Direct benefit is not guaranteed. The detailed objective is not always clearly listed in the public registry; the study team can confirm.

What is a behavioral study?

This appears to be a behavioral / psychological / psychosocial study involving 4-STEP-Training Program for Social Media Addiction (4-STEP-TPS). Phase is mainly useful to check for medication studies and some device studies.

Are there criteria about substance use or wanting to reduce it?

The public registry appears to mention tobacco, nicotine, alcohol, cannabis, or another addiction-related topic. Ask the study team whether you need to want to stop, reduce, already be abstinent, or simply meet use-related criteria. Eligibility must be confirmed by the study team.

What would I likely need to do?

You may take part in sessions or exercises related to habits, thoughts, emotions, or behaviors. The listed study locations suggest that at least part of participation may involve a physical site. Ask whether some steps can be done remotely.

Could this study affect my mood, habits, motivation, or stress?

Behavioral studies can involve habits, emotions, motivation, stress, sleep, or ways of thinking. Ask whether the intervention could affect your mood or stress, and who to contact if you feel worse. For any mental health study, also ask who to contact if you feel worse, whether participation may affect current treatment, whether you can stop, and who confirms eligibility.

Will I need to travel or attend in-person visits?

The listed study locations suggest that at least part of participation may involve a physical site. Ask which sites are open, how many visits are expected, whether any steps can be done remotely, and whether travel costs or compensation are listed.

Who is behind this study?

This study is sponsored by Government College University Faisalabad, which appears to be a university. If available, it can be useful to check the sponsor website, collaborators, investigator affiliation, and the official registry before deciding. HopeStage does not judge the quality of a sponsor or researcher, but helps you identify what to verify.

Can I still join this study?

The public registry lists this study as not yet recruiting. Check the official record and ask the research team when recruitment may open.

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