Can AI-Powered journaling soothe teen anxiety?

NCT ID NCT07105137

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Peking University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether an AI-guided writing program could help teens feel less anxious, depressed, or stressed. Over three days, 486 Chinese adolescents wrote about negative experiences, with some receiving personalized AI feedback. The goal was to see if this simple, digital tool could improve emotional well-being and sleep.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: AI-assisted guided narrative writing
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a simple, low-cost tool to help teens manage emotional distress and improve sleep.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed trial with no long-term follow-up. The benefits may not last or apply to teens outside China.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Affective Symptoms Emotional Regulation insomnia

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

EMOTIONAL DISTURBANCE EMOTIONAL REGULATION INSOMNIA

Contacts and locations

Locations

Peking University

Haidian, Beijing Municipality, 100871, China

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