Digital sleep therapy aims to stop depression before it starts in young adults

NCT ID NCT07677930

Not yet recruiting Prevention Sponsor: Chinese University of Hong Kong Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 01, 2026 · Last updated Jul 02, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether a digital program that combines cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia with circadian rhythm coaching can prevent depressive symptoms from worsening in college students aged 18-24 who have trouble falling asleep and tend to be night owls. Participants receive either the combined program, insomnia therapy alone, or health education. The goal is to see if improving sleep and daily routines can protect mental health.

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 for insomnia and circadian intervention
What this could lead to: If effective, this digital program could offer a scalable way to prevent depression in at-risk young adults by improving sleep and daily routines.
What could go wrong: The trial is relatively small (195 participants) and the intervention is behavioral, so results may vary. It may not work for everyone, and long-term benefits are uncertain.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

circadian rhythm sleep disorder Consciousness Disorders insomnia

As listed by the trial registrant

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

CIRCADIAN RHYTHM DEPRESSED MOOD EVENINGNESS INSOMNIA

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