Get Smart About Smartphones: A Group Workshop Intervention to Help Youth Athletes Address Problematic Mobile Phone Use

Problematic mobile phone use is a growing concern among youth athletes, with potential negative impacts on their wellbeing and performance. This article presents “Get Smart About Smartphones,” a group workshop intervention designed to address such behaviours. Grounded in the Theory of Planned Behaviour, the workshop targets athletes’ attitudes, subjective norms, and perceived behavioural control through fun, interactive activities tailored to their sporting context. The structure, content, and delivery of the intervention are described in detail. Practical recommendations are offered for sport psychologists, coaches, schools, and parents interested in implementing this programme with youth athletes to support healthier phone habits.