Can a smartphone app boost student mental health?

NCT ID NCT07668843

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested a mental health app called MyPocketPal with 70 university students over 4 weeks. The app provides personalized mental health information, self-help tools, and resources. Researchers measured how often students used the app and whether they found it useful. The goal was to see if the app is acceptable and engaging for students.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

MyPocketPal digital mental health app

What this could lead to

If successful, this could show that a personalized mental health app helps students engage with wellness resources and feel supported.

What could go wrong

This is a small pilot study with only 70 participants, focused on feasibility rather than clinical outcomes. Results may not apply to all students or settings.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Nanyang Technological University

    Singapore, Singapore