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Effect of Digital Detoxification on Sleep quality and Cognitive Performance: A Newer Intervention Trent in Current Era

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  • Bushra Akram

    (Government Primary School Pull Miani Bangla Multan, Pakistan)

  • Sehrish Irshad

    (Ph.D Scholar Department of Applied Psychology Bahuddin Zakariya University, Multan, Pakistan)

  • Habiba Nazim

    (Psychologist Government Special Education Centre, Pakistan)

  • Abdul Waheed

    (Life Institute of Counseling and Research Training, Pakistan)

  • Sumaira Riaz

    (Department of Applied Psychology Bahuddin Zakariya University Multan, Pakistan)

Abstract

The pervasive use of digital devices has raised concerns regarding their impact on sleep quality and cognitive performance. Digital Detoxification refers to a period during which an individual voluntarily refrains from using digital devices such as smartphones, computers, tablets, and social media platforms to reduce stress, increase focus, and reconnect with the real world. Digital detoxification, often referred to as a digital detox, has emerged as a modern strategy aimed at reducing screen time and restoring mental, emotional, and physical well-being. This study investigates the effects of digital detoxification sleep quality and cognitive performance. Participants were instructed to abstain from digital device use for a specified period. Pre- and post-intervention assessments measured sleep quality using standardized questionnaires and cognitive performance through validated tests. Results indicated significant improvements in sleep quality, characterized by reduced sleep latency and increased sleep duration. Cognitive performance also showed enhancement, with participants demonstrating better attention and memory recall. These findings suggest that digital detoxification can positively influence both sleep and cognitive functions, highlighting its potential as a beneficial intervention in the current digital age. Given the growing global prevalence of problematic smartphone use (PSU) and its documented comorbidity with psychiatric disorders, digital detox strategies have the potential to be integrated into clinical recommendations and policy initiatives.

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  • Bushra Akram & Sehrish Irshad & Habiba Nazim & Abdul Waheed & Sumaira Riaz, 2025. "Effect of Digital Detoxification on Sleep quality and Cognitive Performance: A Newer Intervention Trent in Current Era," Bulletin of Business and Economics (BBE), Research Foundation for Humanity (RFH), vol. 14(2), pages 26-29.
    • Handle: RePEc:rfh:bbejor:v:14:y:2025:i:2:p:26-29
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