New online training aims to ease mental health struggles of doctors and nurses

NCT ID NCT06910748

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Chinese University of Hong Kong Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tested an online guided self-help program called EMPOWER for medical professionals with mild depression or anxiety. The program teaches problem-solving and acceptance skills through videos and stories. 161 participants were randomly assigned to the program or a control group, and their symptoms were measured right after and one month later.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Online guided self-help program based on problem-solving and acceptance-commitment therapy
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a practical, low-cost way to support the mental health of medical professionals.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed trial with 161 participants. Results may not apply to all healthcare workers or settings. The program is not a substitute for professional mental health care.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

anxiety anxiety disorder Depression depressive disorder mixed anxiety and depressive disorder Psychological Well-Being

As listed by the trial registrant

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

DEPRESSION, ANXIETY

Contacts and locations

Locations

JC School of Public Health and Primary Care, Faculty of Medicine, CUHK

Hong Kong, China, No postal code, Hong Kong

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