Can a game app teach kids to beat the blues?

NCT ID NCT07159347

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Ludwig-Maximilians - University of Munich Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study talks to children aged 8-12 who have depressive symptoms, and their parents, to learn about their daily stresses and how they cope. The goal is to use this information to design a smartphone app that uses games to teach emotion regulation skills. Only 15 children and their parents are taking part, making this a small first step in app development.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: behavioural intervention (gamified app for emotion regulation)
What this could lead to: If successful, this could lead to a fun, engaging app that helps children aged 8-12 better manage their emotions and cope with daily stress.
What could go wrong: This is a very small, early-stage study (15 participants) focused on gathering input, not testing the app itself. The final app may not prove effective in larger trials.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Depression depressive disorder major depressive disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

DEPRESSION IN CHILDREN DEPRESSIVE DISORDER DEPRESSIVE SYMPTOMS

Contacts and locations

Locations

Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Psychosomatics and Psychotherapy, LMU University Hospital
RECRUITING

München, Bavaria, 80336, Germany

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