App-Based therapy for depression put to the test in 325-Person study

NCT ID NCT06831435

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Peking University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study is testing a mobile app that uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to help people with depression. Over 8 weeks, participants use the app for weekly AI-guided lessons and homework. The goal is to see if the app reduces depression symptoms and to explore how it affects the brain. The study includes 325 people aged 14 to 60 with moderate to severe depression.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: digital cognitive behavioral therapy via a mobile app
What this could lead to: If successful, this could provide an accessible, low-cost digital tool to help ease depression symptoms for many people.
What could go wrong: This is a real-world study without a control group, so results may be less reliable. The app is not a replacement for professional care and may not work for everyone.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

bipolar disorder Depression depressive disorder major affective disorder 6 mood disorder schizophrenia

As listed by the trial registrant

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

BIPOLAR AFFECTIVE DISORDER DEPRESSION PSYCHIATRIC &AMP;OR MOOD DISORDER SCHIZOPHENIA DISORDER

Contacts and locations

Locations

Peking University Sixth Hostipal
RECRUITING

Beijing, Beijing Municipality, 100191, China

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