NCT07518056 Relationships Between Nomophobia Levels and Perceived Stress, Body Image and Food Addiction Among University Students
| NCT ID | NCT07518056 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | Bahçeşehir University |
| Condition | Nomofobia |
| Study Type | OBSERVATIONAL |
| Enrollment | 150 participants |
| Start Date | 2026-02-10 |
| Primary Completion | 2026-04-01 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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What to Expect as a Participant
This is an observational study. You will not receive an experimental treatment; researchers will collect data based on your existing condition or standard treatment.
This trial targets 150 participants in total. It began in 2026-02-10 with a primary completion date of 2026-04-01.
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Brief Summary
The purpose of this study is to examine the effects of nomophobia levels on stress, food addiction, and body image among undergraduate students aged 18-30 at Bahçeşehir University, Faculty of Health Sciences. The primary questions it aims to answer are: * Is there a statistically significant relationship between nomophobia levels and perceived stress, food addiction, and body image among university students? * Is there a correlation between objective anthropometric data (body fat percentage, skeletal muscle mass) measured via Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA), waist/hip circumference measurements, and the individual's perceived body image?
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Being an active smartphone user * Reading and providing consent via the Informed Consent Form * Absence of conditions such as pacemaker implantation, metallic prostheses in the body, or pregnancy * Not having a diagnosed metabolic disorder (e.g., Cushing's syndrome, diabetes, thyroid disorders) or any acute/chronic psychiatric condition that may affect eating behavior Exclusion Criteria: * Individuals with a current diagnosis of an eating disorder (e.g., anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, etc.) * Individuals with a psychiatric diagnosis of severe depression, bipolar disorder, psychotic disorder, or an anxiety disorder requiring treatment * Individuals who regularly use psychiatric medications (e.g., SSRIs, SNRIs, antipsychotics, mood stabilizers, etc.) * Individuals who have used corticosteroids or similar hormone-regulating medications in the past 3 months * Pregnant or breastfeeding individuals * Participants who did not complete the questionnaires or the measurement procedures
Contact & Investigator
Beyza Terzioğlu
PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
Bahçeşehir University
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT07518056 clinical trial?
This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, up to 30 Years, studying Nomofobia. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT07518056 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT07518056 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at beyzaterziogluu@gmail.com for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT07518056 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye).
Who is sponsoring the NCT07518056 clinical trial?
NCT07518056 is sponsored by Bahçeşehir University. The principal investigator is Beyza Terzioğlu at Bahçeşehir University. The trial plans to enroll 150 participants.