World Digital Detox Program for Enhancing Youth and Family Well-being

Study Overview
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Brief Summary
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The pervasive presence of digital devices and technology has reshaped contemporary society, providing numerous benefits but also prompting concerns about prolonged screen time, particularly with smartphones and social media. These concerns extend to their impact on interpersonal relationships and mental well-being. The Zep Foundation's World Digital Detox Program to address the challenges posed by excessive screen exposure, social media usage, and digital screen dependency. This study aimed to assess the efficacy of the digital detox family intervention, endorsed by the World Digital Detox Day program, in curbing the use of digital devices-specifically smartphones and social media-and enhancing the overall well-being of youth and families.

Official Title
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Effectiveness of a World Digital Detox Program for Enhancing Youth and Family Well-being: A Multicenter Randomized Controlled Trial

Conditions
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Psychological Well-Being, Adolescent Behavior, Family

Intervention / Treatment
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* Other: World Digital Detox Family Program


Participation Criteria
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Eligibility Criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: for Caregivers: Age 18 or older at baseline assessment; Primary caregiver responsible for the care of an adolescent 10-14 who is a resident in the same household Able to speak English Agreement to participate in the program; Consent for self and child to participate in the study. for Adolescents: Age 10-14 at baseline assessment; Agreed to participate in the study; Caregiver consent to participate in the study. Exclusion Criteria: Serious Medical Conditions requiring frequent hospitalization Special Educational Need Children and Adolescents Substance abuse

Ages Eligible for Study
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Minimum Age: 10 Years
Maximum Age: 14 Years

Sexes Eligible for Study
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All

Accepts Healthy Volunteers
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Accepts Healthy Volunteers

Study Plan
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How is the study designed?
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Design Details

Primary Purpose: Supportive Care
Allocation: Randomized
Intervention Model: Parallel Assignment
Masking: Single


Arms and Interventions

| Participant Group/Arm | Intervention/Treatment |
| --- | --- |
| Experimental: World Digital Detox Family Program<br>The 4-week Self-Help World Digital Detox Family and Society Program is a comprehensive program, with variety of self-guided activities, discussions, and reflection exercises. The intervention encompasses both individual and collective components. | Other: World Digital Detox Family Program<br>* The Self-Help World Digital Detox Family Program spans four weeks and offers a structured approach to tackle the rising issues associated with the overuse of screens, social media, and digital devices within families. This intervention provides practical tools and strategies to be implemented on a weekly basis.<br>|
| No Intervention: Wait-list Control<br>Wait-list control group underwent the standard assessment and screening process but not engaged in the intervention during the 4-week period. | |

What is the study measuring?
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Primary Outcome Measures

| Outcome Measure | Measure Description | Time Frame |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Perceived Stress Scale (PSS) | The 10-item PSS was used to assess perception of stress. | From baseline to 4-week post intervention | 

Secondary Outcome Measures

| Outcome Measure | Measure Description | Time Frame |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Media Multitasking-Revised (MMT-R) scale | 18-item MMT-R scale measured proactive behaviors of compulsive or inappropriate phone use as well as more passive behaviors | From baseline to 4-week post intervention | 
| Family Communication Scale (FCS) | 10-item FCS was used to measure satisfaction toward the aspects of positive communication among family members | From baseline to 4-week post intervention | 
| Family Health Behaviours Scale (FHBS) | 27-items FHBS scale includes the subscales to assess parental behavior, meal routines, physical activity, and children's behavior. | From baseline to 4-week post intervention | 
| Mental Health Continuum Short Form (MHC-SF) | 14-items MHC-SF measure the adult's emotional, psychological, and social well-being. | From baseline to 4-week post intervention |