Document Type

Proposal

Publication Date

2023

Department

Psychology

Faculty Advisor

Dr. Sarai Blincoe

Abstract

As smartphone ownership has become more prevalent, so have studies investigating the outcomes of periods of separation from digital devices, termed “digital detox”. Using a within-subjects design in which individuals will partake in weekly device-free contemplative practices, the proposed study aims to fill gaps in current digital detox literature including the control of compensatory behaviors, the sustainability and real-life applicability of interventions, and an extended length of digital detox intervention periods. Mixed methods will be employed to ensure the capturing of a full range of experiences via both open-ended, qualitative responses as well objective measures of screen time and mindfulness (via the Mindful Attention Awareness Scale, Brown & Ryan, 2003).

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