Pen to paper: 14-Day writing study shows promise for mental health
NCT ID NCT06130020
First seen Mar 12, 2026 · Last updated May 09, 2026 · Updated 6 times
Summary
This study tested whether expressive writing—writing about your deepest thoughts and feelings—can reduce anxiety and depression in young adults. 160 participants wrote daily for 14 days, either to themselves, to a loved one, or just describing their day. The goal was to see which approach works best for improving mood.
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Peretsman Scully Hall
Princeton, New Jersey, 08540, United States
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