Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up

Effects of different screen sizes on stress measurement

Official title: Influence of Screen Sizes on Responses to Visual Analog Scales of Stress

Run by University Hospital, Clermont-Ferrand · NCT04040608 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study tests how different screen sizes affect people's stress levels as measured by a simple scale and looks at how these responses change over a week.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment200 (estimated)
SponsorUniversity Hospital, Clermont-Ferrand
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Clermont-Ferrand)
StatusRecruiting
StartedMarch 2, 2021
Main results expectedMarch 2028
Study endsMarch 2028
Registry record updatedFebruary 12, 2026
Trial IDNCT04040608 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are adult individuals who can understand and respond to basic questions.

Probably not a fit

Patients with cognitive disorders or those who refuse to participate may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study investigates how varying screen sizes affect responses to visual analog scales (VAS) used for measuring stress. Participants will complete the same VAS on four different screen types (24-inch screen, laptop, tablet, smartphone) and on paper, with saliva samples collected for biomarker analysis. The study also aims to assess the variability of responses over a week and explore the relationship between work perception, work addiction, and stress biomarkers. The goal is to better understand the impact of digital interfaces on stress assessment.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could improve the accuracy of stress assessments conducted via digital platforms.

How similar studies have gone: This approach is novel, as the influence of screen sizes on VAS responses has not been previously studied.

Who can join: the full rules

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Adult persons

Exclusion Criteria:

* Refusal to participate in the study
* Unable to answer basic questions (difficulties understanding, cognitive disorders…)

Where it's running

  • Chu Clermont Ferrand
    Clermont-Ferrand, France
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
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