PhubbingNCT07354685
The Effect of the Developed Psychological Resilience Program on Phubbing Behaviors and Communication Skills
A study testing Psychological Resilience Development Program for Phubbing in people with Phubbing, run by Eastern Mediterranean University at 1 site in Cyprus.
Trial summary
The goal of this study is to determine whether a psychological resilience-based intervention program developed to prevent sociotelism is effective in nursing students. The study also aims to evaluate the feasibility and acceptability of the program. Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 18 to 30 monthsHealthy volunteers can take part
- Conditions the study is for
- Phubbing
- What is being tested?
- Psychological Resilience Development Program for Phubbing
- Type of treatment
- Lifestyle or therapy programme
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 88 participants
- Where
- 1 siteCyprus
- Study dates
- 1 Mar 2026to 15 Jul 2026
- Phase
- Interventional
- Are there results?
- None posted in the registry
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages 18 to 30 months
- All sexes
- Healthy volunteers accepted
- Child
Who may be able to join
- Undergraduate nursing students aged 18 - 30 years old
- Voluntary participation
- Ability to understand and complete self-report questionnaires.
Who cannot join
- Presence of a diagnosed severe psychiatric disorder
- Current participation in another psychological intervention program.
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country.
About this study
Official title: The Effect of a Psychological Resilience Program for Phubbing on Nursing Students' Communication Skills and Phubbing Behaviors: A Randomized Controlled Trial
The goal of this study is to determine whether a psychological resilience-based intervention program developed to prevent sociotelism is effective in nursing students. The study also aims to evaluate the feasibility and acceptability of the program.
The main questions this study aims to answer are:
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Does the psychological resilience development program reduce sociotelism behaviors among nursing students?
Does the program improve nursing students' communication skills?
Researchers will compare nursing students who participate in the psychological resilience development program with those in a control group who do not receive the intervention, in order to determine whether the program is effective in reducing sociotelism behaviors and enhancing communication skills.
- Conditions
- Phubbing
- Being tested
- Psychological Resilience Development Program for Phubbing
- Keywords
- Phubbing, Nursing Students, Communication Skills, psychological resilience
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
Psychological Resilience Development Program for PhubbingBehavioural
This study evaluates the effectiveness of an 8-module psychological resilience development program designed to address phubbing behaviors among participants. The program was structured to enhance individuals' capacity to cope with digital distractions and strengthen adaptive psychosocial skills in interpersonal contexts. The intervention aims to improve communication skills, increase psychological resilience levels, and reduce sociotelism tendencies by promoting mindful technology use, emotional regulation, and awareness of face-to-face interaction dynamics. The impact of the program is assessed through pre- and post-intervention measurements, allowing for a systematic examination of changes in participants' communication competencies, resilience capacities, and sociotelism levels following completion of the eight modules.
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Intervention Arm: Psychological Resilience-Based Sociotelism Prevention Program | Experimental | Intervention Arm:
Psychological Resilience Development Program for Phubbing Receives: Behavioral: Psychological Resilience Development Program for Phubbing |
| Control Arm | No intervention | Control Arm |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Communication Skills Level
The Communication Skills Scale was developed by Fidan Korkut Owen and Aslı Bugay in 2014. The scale consists of 25 items organized into four subdimensions. Higher scores indicate higher levels of communication skills. For both the total scale and its subdimensions, mean item total scores are used.
The scale is a 5-point Likert-type instrument, rated as follows:
(1 = Never, 2 = Rarely, 3 = Occasionally, 4 = Often, 5 = Always).
The Cronbach's alpha coefficient for the Communication Skills Scale was found to be 0.88, indicating high internal consistency. Total scores range from 25 to 125, with higher scores reflecting more advanced communication skills
The four subdimensions of the scale and their corresponding item numbers are as follows:
- Communication Relationships and Basic Skills
- Self-Expression
- Active Listening and Nonverbal Communication
- Willingness to Communicate
Measured: Baseline (pre-intervention) and immediately after the 8-module intervention (post-intervention)
Psychological Resilience Level
Psychological resilience will be assessed using the Psychological Resilience Scale for Adults. The scale consists of 33 items rated on a 5-point Likert scale (1 = Never to 5 = Always). Total scores range from 33 to 165, with higher scores indicating greater psychological resilience.
Measured: Baseline (pre-intervention) Immediately after the 8-module intervention (post-intervention)
Levels of Phubbing Behavior and Exposure to Phubbing Level
In this study, the Phubbing Behaviors Scale was used as the data collection instrument. The scale was originally developed by Chotpitayasunondh and Douglas (2018) and was adapted into Turkish by Derya Orhan Göksun (2019), who conducted its validity and reliability analyses. The scale consists of two sections and is rated on a 7-point Likert scale.
The first section is the Generic Scale of Phubbing (GSP), which consists of 15 items grouped into four subdimensions. The Cronbach's alpha coefficient for this section was 0.78. Total scores range from 15 to 105, calculated by summing the Likert-scale responses provided by the participants. All items in this section are negatively worded within the context of social norms and general acceptance; therefore, higher total scores indicate more negative outcomes, reflecting higher levels of phubbing behavior. In summary, as the total score increases, the the level of phubbing behavior also increases.
Measured: Baseline (pre-intervention) and immediately after the 8-module intervention (post-intervention)
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted21 Jan 2026
- Study start1 Mar 2026
- Primary completion10 Jun 2026
- Study completion15 Jul 2026
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Other trials for PhubbingStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Interventional
- Phase
- Phase N/A
- Primary purpose
- Prevention
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Model description
- The intervention in this study consists of a structured psychological resilience development program comprising eight modules. The program is designed to support nursing students in coping more effectively with academic, social, and interpersonal challenges encountered during university life. The modules include activities aimed at enhancing self-awareness, emotional strength, healthy communication, stress management, and interpersonal skills. The program is delivered in a group-based format, with each module planned to build upon and complement the others.
- Masking
- Double blind
- Who is masked
- Participant, Outcomes assessor
- Enrolment
- 88 participants (actual)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Eastern Mediterranean University
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Principal investigator, Mert Hızlıoğluları, Eastern Mediterranean University
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07354685
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- ETK00-2025-0132
- Status last verified
- Oct 2026
- First submitted
- 5 Jan 2026
- Last updated
- 20 Oct 2026
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- Yes
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- No: Individual participant data will not be shared due to ethical restrictions, confidentiality considerations, and the protection of participants' privacy in accordance with ethical approval and informed consent.
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 20 Oct 2026. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- The Effect of a Psychological Resilience Program for Phubbing on Nursing Students' Communication Skills and Phubbing Behaviors: A Randomized Controlled Trial
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07354685
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- ETK00-2025-0132
- Conditions
- Phubbing
- Keywords
- Phubbing, Nursing Students, Communication Skills, psychological resilience
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Completed
- Enrolment
- 88 participants (actual)
- Lead sponsor
- Eastern Mediterranean UniversityUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 1 Mar 2026 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 10 Jun 2026 (actual)
- Study completion
- 15 Jul 2026 (actual)
- First posted
- 21 Jan 2026 (actual)
- Results
- Not posted in the source record
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
The goal of this study is to determine whether a psychological resilience-based intervention program developed to prevent sociotelism is effective in nursing students. The study also aims to evaluate the feasibility and acceptability of the program.
The main questions this study aims to answer are:
Does the psychological resilience development program reduce sociotelism behaviors among nursing students?
Does the program improve nursing students' communication skills?
Researchers will compare nursing students who participate in the psychological resilience development program with those in a control group who do not receive the intervention, in order to determine whether the program is effective in reducing sociotelism behaviors and enhancing communication skills.
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Prevention
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- Double blind (participant, outcomes assessor)
- Number of arms
- 2
- Model description
- The intervention in this study consists of a structured psychological resilience development program comprising eight modules. The program is designed to support nursing students in coping more effectively with academic, social, and interpersonal challenges encountered during university life. The modules include activities aimed at enhancing self-awareness, emotional strength, healthy communication, stress management, and interpersonal skills. The program is delivered in a group-based format, with each module planned to build upon and complement the others.
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Intervention Arm: Psychological Resilience-Based Sociotelism Prevention Program | Experimental | Behavioral: Psychological Resilience Development Program for PhubbingIntervention Arm: Psychological Resilience Development Program for Phubbing |
| Control Arm | No intervention | –Control Arm |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 18 to 30 months
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Accepted
- Age groups
- Child
Key inclusion criteria (3 listed)
- Undergraduate nursing students aged 18 - 30 years old
- Voluntary participation
- Ability to understand and complete self-report questionnaires.
Key exclusion criteria (2 listed)
- Presence of a diagnosed severe psychiatric disorder
- Current participation in another psychological intervention program.
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Interventions
| Intervention | Type | Arms |
|---|---|---|
| Psychological Resilience Development Program for PhubbingThis study evaluates the effectiveness of an 8-module psychological resilience development program designed to address phubbing behaviors among participants. The program was structured to enhance individuals' capacity to cope with digital distractions and strengthen adaptive psychosocial skills in interpersonal contexts. The intervention aims to improve communication skills, increase psychological resilience levels, and reduce sociotelism tendencies by promoting mindful technology use, emotional regulation, and awareness of face-to-face interaction dynamics. The impact of the program is assessed through pre- and post-intervention measurements, allowing for a systematic examination of changes in participants' communication competencies, resilience capacities, and sociotelism levels following completion of the eight modules. | Behavioural | Intervention Arm: Psychological Resilience-Based Sociotelism Prevention Program |
Primary outcome
Communication Skills Level
Time frame: Baseline (pre-intervention) and immediately after the 8-module intervention (post-intervention)
The Communication Skills Scale was developed by Fidan Korkut Owen and Aslı Bugay in 2014. The scale consists of 25 items organized into four subdimensions. Higher scores indicate higher levels of communication skills. For both the total scale and its subdimensions, mean item total scores are used. The scale is a 5-point Likert-type instrument, rated as follows: (1 = Never, 2 = Rarely, 3 = Occasionally, 4 = Often, 5 = Always). The Cronbach's alpha coefficient for the Communication Skills Scale was found to be 0.88, indicating high internal consistency. Total scores range from 25 to 125, with higher scores reflecting more advanced communication skills The four subdimensions of the scale and their corresponding item numbers are as follows: 1. Communication Relationships and Basic Skills 2. Self-Expression 3. Active Listening and Nonverbal Communication 4. Willingness to Communicate
Psychological Resilience Level
Time frame: Baseline (pre-intervention) Immediately after the 8-module intervention (post-intervention)
Psychological resilience will be assessed using the Psychological Resilience Scale for Adults. The scale consists of 33 items rated on a 5-point Likert scale (1 = Never to 5 = Always). Total scores range from 33 to 165, with higher scores indicating greater psychological resilience.
Levels of Phubbing Behavior and Exposure to Phubbing Level
Time frame: Baseline (pre-intervention) and immediately after the 8-module intervention (post-intervention)
In this study, the Phubbing Behaviors Scale was used as the data collection instrument. The scale was originally developed by Chotpitayasunondh and Douglas (2018) and was adapted into Turkish by Derya Orhan Göksun (2019), who conducted its validity and reliability analyses. The scale consists of two sections and is rated on a 7-point Likert scale. The first section is the Generic Scale of Phubbing (GSP), which consists of 15 items grouped into four subdimensions. The Cronbach's alpha coefficient for this section was 0.78. Total scores range from 15 to 105, calculated by summing the Likert-scale responses provided by the participants. All items in this section are negatively worded within the context of social norms and general acceptance; therefore, higher total scores indicate more negative outcomes, reflecting higher levels of phubbing behavior. In summary, as the total score increases, the the level of phubbing behavior also increases.
Results and safety
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 20 Oct 2026.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: No. Individual participant data will not be shared due to ethical restrictions, confidentiality considerations, and the protection of participants' privacy in accordance with ethical approval and informed consent.
Referral and contact
AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals. Contact the study team or a site listed below; they decide who can take part. This study is not recruiting at the moment.
The record lists no contact. Use the official record to reach the sponsor.
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
A study testing Psychological Resilience Development Program for Phubbing in people with Phubbing, run by Eastern Mediterranean University at 1 site in Cyprus.
The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.
Who may be eligible to take part?
The sponsor lists 3 inclusion and 2 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.
Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?
The record says: finished, as of the sponsor's last update on 20 Oct 2026. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
Where is the study taking place?
The record lists 1 site in Cyprus. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.
What are the possible benefits and risks?
They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.
Are results available for this study?
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
Communication Skills Level (time frame: Baseline (pre-intervention) and immediately after the 8-module intervention (post-intervention)). The study lists 3 primary outcomes in all. It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?
No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.
How often is this information updated?
AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 20 Oct 2026.