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AI app aims to ease teen depression in hong kong schools

NCT ID NCT07704996

Symptom relief Sponsor: Tung Wah College Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jul 15, 2026 · Last updated Jul 17, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This trial tests whether an AI-enhanced mobile app called e-CAMP can improve mental well-being and reduce mild-to-moderate depression and anxiety in young adolescents aged 11 to 15. About 300 students from eight schools in Hong Kong will either use the app regularly for eight weeks or receive a standard health talk. Researchers will measure changes in depressive symptoms, mental health knowledge, and smartphone habits to see if the app offers a practical tool for schools.

What this could mean

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Active substance
an AI-enhanced mobile application called e-CAMP
What this could lead to
If effective, this app could offer a scalable, low-cost way to support mental health and reduce mild-to-moderate depression in young teens.
What could go wrong
This is a relatively small trial in one city, and the app's benefits may not extend to other settings or more severe cases. Results depend on consistent app use.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 300 people

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Expected to start

Aug 2026

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Expected to finish

Dec 2028

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Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

11 to 15 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * The inclusion criteria will be students at participating schools who can read Chinese and are aged 11-15 (P5 to F2), with parental consent. Exclusion Criteria: * Students with known physical (musculoskeletal) or cognitive/mental problems that would compromise physical exercise or our intervention or outcomes will be excluded.

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Conditions

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Depression mixed anxiety and depressive disorder Psychological Well-Being

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Depression and/or anxiety in the mild-to-moderate range Mental health

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Locations

  • Tung Wah College

    Hong Kong, Hong Kong, 00, China

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