School program aims to beat anxiety and depression with emotional intelligence
NCT ID NCT07591363
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether a structured emotional intelligence (EI) training program can improve mental health and reduce anxiety and depression among secondary school teachers and students in Dhaka, Bangladesh. The program teaches skills like self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, and relationship management over several sessions. Researchers will compare participants who receive the training with a control group to see if EI training leads to better well-being and less psychological distress.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Emotional intelligence training program (behavioral intervention)
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could provide a simple, school-based way to improve mental health and reduce anxiety and depression in teachers and students.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study with only 80 participants, so results may not apply to other schools or settings. The training is short-term, and lasting benefits are uncertain.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Secondary Schools (Bangla Medium), Dhaka City
RECRUITINGDhaka, 1100, Bangladesh
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