AI tutor takes on teachers in mental health literacy showdown

NCT ID NCT07238842

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study compares an AI-powered virtual agent to traditional teacher-led classes for teaching mental health literacy to 360 adolescents aged 11-18 in Shanghai. Over 6 weekly sessions, researchers will measure changes in mental health knowledge, attitudes, and help-seeking behaviors. The goal is to see if the digital approach is just as effective as in-person instruction.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

virtual agent-based psychological literacy program

What this could lead to

If successful, this could show that AI can effectively deliver mental health education to adolescents, potentially expanding access to such programs.

What could go wrong

This is an early-stage non-inferiority study with 360 participants in one city. The AI may not match teacher-led instruction, and results may not apply to other settings or populations.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Shanghai Nanhui No.2 Middle School

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    Shanghai, 201300, China

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