๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2026-01-13

Smartphones Aggravating Anxiety Symptoms (NCT06361342)

Smartphones Aggravating Anxiety Symptoms: Experimental Study From Southeastern

๐Ÿ”ต Active, Not Recruiting Observational / Diagnostic ๐Ÿง  Behavioral & Psychological Program Sponsor: Mayo Clinic

๐Ÿฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

The goal of this study is to assess if excessive use of smartphone apps of social media can impact a person's mental health. The study is aimed at improving the usage of smartphones which might help improve the mental health of patients. The goal is not to discourage the use of smartphones but instead to utilize smartphones in a way that they do not impact lives.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: Mayo Clinic Minnesota โ€” Rochester, Minnesota

Age range: 18 Years

๐Ÿงช Interventions in This Study

  • General decrease in smartphone use (BEHAVIORAL)
  • Avoiding Social Media Apps (BEHAVIORAL)

๐Ÿ“‹ "Do I Qualify?" โ€” 1-Minute Self Screener

Instant Checklist

Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria โ†—

๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • Mayo Clinic Minnesota โ€” Rochester, Minnesota

๐Ÿ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (800) 664-4580

Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.

๐Ÿ’ฐ Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA ยง 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

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๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
๐Ÿ›๏ธ View Official NIH Record โ†—