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Randomized Trial on Mobile Technology and Young Drivers' Cellphone Use

Motao Zhu

Start Date

11/9/2022

Completion Date

6/30/2026

Summary

The purpose of this study is to conduct a randomized controlled trial to determine the effects of a cellphone app and a driving mode intervention on driving behavior in drivers aged 18-24 years.

Detailed Description

For this study, 1200 teens aged 18-24 years will be randomized into one of three study groups for 6 months. Researchers aim to evaluate the effectiveness of commercial cellphone-blocking apps and driving mode interventions on cellphone use while driving and evaluate the effectiveness of commercial cellphone-blocking apps and driving mode interventions on high-risk driving events.

Eligibility Criteria

Age Range: 18 years to 24 years

Inclusion Criteria: * Adults 18-24 years of age at time of recruitment * Must have ownership and exclusive access to a passenger vehicle * Must have car insurance with at least state-minimum coverage * Must live in Greater Columbus (Ohio) area * Must drive at least 2 days a week on average * Must have functioning iPhone or Android smartphone with an active phone service account (Ex: Verizon, AT\&T, etc.) * Must self-report handheld calling or texting while driving (≥ 1 time/week) * Must not be enrolled in another driving-related research study during the study period. * Must be willing to be randomized and comply with study requirements * Must have no plans to change cellphones or vehicles in next 6 months or agree to transfer FleetSafer app/DriveCam if they change cellphones or vehicles * Must speak and read English Exclusion Criteria: * Drivers under 18 years of age * Drivers holding learner's permits * Drivers who share a vehicle with a family member or others * Infrequent drivers (Drive 2 days a week or less) * Participants from the pilot R21 project * Current users of a cellphone-blocking app or driving mode who do not agree to uninstall/de-activate the app for the duration of participation in the study * Current users of a car insurance monitoring device (physical device or app)

Interventions

BEHAVIORAL

Commercial Cellphone-Blocking App (Active)

BEHAVIORAL

Driving Mode

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Conditions

Cell Phone UseAutomobile Driving

Locations

Nationwide Children's Hospital

Columbus, Ohio 43205

United States